A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis. As the green praying mantis lifts its body and prepares for battles, the amber bug simply stares into the face of the much larger rival. Photographer Monica Anantyowati captured the tense staredown in a garden close to her home in Malang, Indonesia.
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .