An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America. Born 10th January 2013, the infant Sumatran orangutan was the first child of mum Blaze. Pongo was born by Caesarean section and was raised by a team of zoo keepers, volunteers and veterinarians, while his mum recovered. First-time mother Blaze initially had to learn to develop maternal skills following her son's birth by Caesarean section last January.
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
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 .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .