What's sweeter than animal mothers nursing their babies? When they adopt babies of other species, of course!

In honor of Mother’s Day, here is an adorable collection of mama animals tending to babies from all spectrums of the animal kingdom. These mamas do not discriminate, showing needy baby animals the tender love and care that only a mother can give. Be prepared for cuteness overload.

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Carleigh Knight (left) and her sister, Natalie Rogovin, look at Christmas ornaments while shopping at Kudzu Antiques + Modern in Decatur on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. (Natrice Miller/AJC)

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