There s nothing quite like a mother s love, and animal mothers are no different.
It s important to note that humans aren t the only creatures who go to great lengths to defend, cultivate, and rear their offspring. Mothers who take the time to show their kids how to find calories and protect themselves from the elements abound in the animal world. Here are five incredible animal mothers who go beyond and beyond with their offspring:
Cheetah
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Patience is a virtue, particularly in the role of cheetah mother. Females normally have four to six cubs at a time, but these youngsters aren t born with survival instincts. It s up to mom to show them how to kill prey and escape other predators, and it can take about two years for this teaching to take hold. Mom goes on to start a new family after the cubs have learned to fend for themselves, leaving her offspring to form a sibling or sib community.
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The dolphin is a sign of safety for its presence in stories about rescuing drowned fishermen or other people in trouble at the sea. Many that sail the waters often see them as a sign of good luck, a great omen being a dolphin following the boats, whether it s the atmosphere you ve got in mind or a nearby beach.
People whose significant other works in the sea often consider a dolphin s presence as their love guiding and protecting their loved ones.
Horse
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This is a symbol of practicality and love, as seen in the Chinese zodiac sign of the horse. Celts associated it with Horses also represents Epona (horse goddess), who is also attributed to love, fertility, and abundance. Mesopotamia legend told that a horse had drawn the sun and that the horse embodies love for the earth for its light and warmth give life to all creatures.