Sam Notaro built his own flood defences to protect his four-bedroom home in Moorland, Somerset Flooding is likely to get worse around Somerset as groundwater levels continue to rise
A rare manuscript of one of Charlotte Bronte’s earliest poems went under the hammer today and fetched nearly £100,000 – double what it was expected to get .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
STARING open-mouthed into the camera, this shocked fish looks out of place in the middle of its angry friends .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .