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.
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GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
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WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
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Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .