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.
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
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 .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth .
Blonde teen Jess Stubbs has certainly got girl power - as Britain’s youngest TRUCKER .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .