TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo. The Sumatran tiger cubs are given a full examination by zoo staff to ensure they’re in purr-fect shape. The trio, born to mother Kirana and father Fabi on 2nd January, huddle together after their checks, which included being examined, sexed, weighed and vaccinated.
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
A host of websites that are almost twenty years old are collecting a cult following thanks to their retro appeal .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
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 .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
DIPPING and diving their way through this bumpy journey, these giraffe's duck for cover as they dodge multiple cables and wires .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .