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.
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
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 .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory .