Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion. The adorable rodent, which is just 55mm long, is dwarfed by the flower and covered with dandelion seeds. The harvest mouse was photographed by maintenance engineer Martin Snelson when he visited a farm in Ashton-in-Makerfield and spotted the curious creature.
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .