Exploding out of the water, a great white shark performs a backflip during a hunt for seals. The jaw-dropping moment stunned spectators watching from a catamaran near Seal Island in False Bay, South Africa. The hungry shark emerged from the water and bit down on the catamaran's dummy seal, before disappearing into the waves. Yirui Heng, of Singapore, photographed the action, which lasted for just seconds.
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
