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.
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .