A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow. Pictured on the coast of Kaktovik on Barter Island, the young polar bears roll around in the powdery snow as they tickle and wrestle together. Finishing their play-date, one of the cheeky bears teasingly sticks out its tongue before bounding towards their mother.
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .