SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine. The three-month-old baby elephant, named Sutton, plays happily as his mum stands close by at West Midland Safari Park, in Bewdley, Worcestershire. Angela Potter, the deputy director of wildlife, said, 'Sutton really is proving to be a real water baby. 'Once the weather warmed up and we saw how much he enjoyed his bath time, we thought that a paddling pool would be the ideal treat for him
The claws come out at meal time as a group of white tailed eagles brawl over road-kill .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
TOMORROW (Saturday) marks the 28th anniversary of the nuclear disaster that left the city of Chernobyl devastated .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .