A "supermoon" rises this weekend. The biggest and brightest full moon of the year graces the sky early Sunday as our celestial neighbor swings closer to Earth than usual. While the moon will appear 14 percent larger normal, skywatchers won't be able to notice the difference with the naked eye. Still, astronomers say it's worth looking up and appreciating the cosmos.
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .