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.
STEPFORD wives from the 1950's and 60's are performing history's most sexist exercise programme .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
A photographer has captured spellbinding images of stars swirling above the English countryside .
A once bustling gold rush town in Mono County, California now stands completed deserted .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
