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.
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SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
Pic By Graham Gibson/ HotSpot Media - SHARK HYPNOTIST BALANCES SHARK IN PALM OF HIS HAND- In Pic - Diver Tom and Caribbean reef sharks in the Bahamas- A SHARK hypnotist balances these predators in the palm of his hand by sending them to sleep with a gentle nose rub .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
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SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .