STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin. Using his mouth to peel away each paper-like layer of skin, the 30cm reptile appears to be grinning as he prepares for the hot weather. The bright-eyed gecko, named Cuillin, spent four hours shedding his skin and ate each piece as he freed himself one limb at a time. Watching her pet gecko in amazement, Angi Wallace, 47, of Newcastle upon Tyne photographed Cuillin as he broke free from his onesie-like layer.
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .