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
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
It's incredible to think anyone could live in such horrendous squalor - yet two men have been prosecuted for keeping their homes in such revolting conditions that it was no longer fit for their animals .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
