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 little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
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 .
A grand 56-bedroom hotel, once heaving with injured soldiers during the First World War, now lies completely abandoned .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .