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.
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
COURAGEOUS climbers descend 400 metres as they manoeuvre their way through thick walls of ice .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
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A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .