FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts. And with its orange tan to match, it certainly looks the part as it holds its pose in front of the camera. This cute photograph was taken by amateur photographer Ian Rentoul, 54, after a visit to The British Wildlife Centre in Surrey. 'This athletic-looking squirrel was waiting eagerly to be fed,' said Ian.
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .