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 carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
STOLEN £2K BULLDOG REUNITED WITH FAMILY VIA TWITTER - A £2,000 bulldog puppy snatched from her home by burglars has been reunited with her family thanks to Twitter .
An Italian photographer travelled to northern India where he visited poverty stricken suburbs and captured ordinary people in a series of intimate and expressive portraits .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
