SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height. Residing next to a small stream in East Java, Indonesia, the two look happy as they relax in each other’s company. This moment was caught on camera by Indonesian photographer Monica Anantyowati, 42, after she spotted the brave ladybird looking for a free ride on this turtle near her home in Malang.
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .