A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .

RAISING his foot into the air, this cheeky monkey offers an unusual wave .

As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .

WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .

KICKING back and relaxing with his arms outstretched, this chilled-out frog appears to be loving life as he takes some time out on a water lily leaf .

BREATHING life back into old photographs, these black and white images are transformed by colour .

A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .

SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .

When personal trainer, Victoria Spence dreamt of achieving a ‘thigh gap’, she didn'’t realise her obsession would leave her body gripped by anorexia .

A care worker who broke her spine after jumping from a window to escape a sex attack at the hands of a resident has called for tougher safety measures to protect care staff .

THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .

YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .