DASHING and darting around in his new surroundings, this adorable newborn Brazilian tapir is making the most of the scorching temperatures. The two-week old calve is pictured enjoying himself in the blazing sun at his new home at Dublin Zoo. He was born at the start of the month (July 1) and is the latest addition to a growing family at the zoo. The stripey tapir is the second calf to be born to mum, Rio and dad, Marmaduke, with brother MJ already a familiar face.
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WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
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A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
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These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
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This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .