ZooBorns
Newborn animals from zoos and aquariums worldwide, with their names, weights and the keepers' notes attached.
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How to get the most from it
ZooBorns sits in The Wholesome Web under Unwind, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something wholesome and cosy.
About this category: Animals, kindness, compliments from strangers and pages built purely to improve your afternoon. No irony anywhere on this list.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Something kind-hearted
- Somewhere low-key to settle into
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
ZooBorns: quick answers
Is ZooBorns free?
Yes. ZooBorns is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use ZooBorns?
No. You can use ZooBorns without signing up for anything.
Does ZooBorns work on a phone?
Yes. ZooBorns works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is ZooBorns safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does ZooBorns take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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