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
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - FUNKY BUMP: FROM MIRROR bellies to rainbow bumps these pregnancy casts of stone and bronze could be the funkiest way to preserve your bump for posterity .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
A hungry hippo is seconds away from catching a bird in its gigantic jaws .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .