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.
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
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A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .