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.
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
AN ARRAY of colours, from pinks to blues and oranges, fill the night sky to create an amazing collection of interstellar patterns .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .