ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another. The cubs reveal their sweet sibling bond by wrapping their arms around each other. Italian photographer Alberto Ghizzi Panizza captured the special moment in the Bavarian Forest in Bavaria, Germany. The 39-year-old, of Parma, Italy, says: “Bears, especially young ones, are very playful and curious.
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
An aerial view of flooding in Gloucestershire .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
SWIMMING slowly towards the shore, a small group of bottlenose dolphins arrive for breakfast at a beach in Western Australia .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
