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.
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 .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
Megan Brailsford, 32, from Cambridgeshire, met Daniel Dugdale, 29, in September 2020 .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
