8 animals that sacrifice themselves for their babies

Rabbits: Mother rabbits will defend their young against predators, sometimes sacrificing themselves.

Penguins: Male penguins endure harsh conditions to protect and incubate the eggs while females hunt for food.

Alligators: Female alligators fiercely protect their nests and young from predators.

Kangaroos: Similar to alligators, female kangaroos will also fight off predators to protect their young.

Elephants: They matriarchs lead and protect the herd, sometimes risking their lives for the young.

Cheetahs: Cheetah mothers defend their cubs from predators, sometimes sacrificing themselves in the process.

Wolves: Wolf packs prioritise the safety and well-being of the young, with adults sacrificing themselves to protect them.

Hamsters: Mother hamsters are known to protect their young even if it means putting themselves in harm's way.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports