BRIGHT eyed and bushy tailed, a rare monkey catches a ride on the back of its mum in Chester Zoo. At only 12 weeks old, buffy-headed capuchin monkey is one of the world’s rarest species of primates. Dr Nick Davis, assistant curator of mammals at Chester Zoo, said: “In the past they were abundant in the Atlantic rainforests of eastern Brazil, but sadly they’re now on the verge of disappearing from the wild because of severe destruction to their habitat and intense hunting.
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .