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.
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
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 .
FROM COLOURFUL autumn leaves to living trees at first glance you might miss these people blended with nature .
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 .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
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 .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .