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.
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
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 .
From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
COURAGEOUS CLIMBERS scale frozen waterfalls in Canada, as the ice threatens to collapse beneath them .
A BAMBI was dramatically caught in mid-air by a greedy Nile crocodile in a once-in-a-million flying pincer move .