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.
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .
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 .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns .
Say cheese! This cheeky chappy isn’t in the mood to live up to his scary reputation as he is pictured here cracking a killer smile as he goes about his daily business .
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 .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .