10 Animals That Show Empathy in Unexpected Ways

9. Marine Mammals

Young Sea Lion. Photo Credit: Envato @kjorgen

Seals, sea lions, and other marine mammals display acts of kindness that go beyond survival. They’ve been seen helping each other hunt, rescuing struggling pups, and even interacting gently with humans in need. In some cases, seals have even been observed protecting divers from sharks, reinforcing the idea that the ocean is full of unexpected friendships and incredible acts of compassion.

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