From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours. Daniel Parent photographed the birds as they fed from an array of tropical flowers in Rio Segundo, Costa Rica. The 53-year-old photographer, of Gatineau, Quebec, says: “These little creatures are truly a spectacle to witness.
CCTV shows a dark figure dumping the dog- A pet dog suffering with cancer has been put down after being dumped at an animal rescue in what officials said is the worst abandonment of any animal they have witnessed .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A trout manages to escape the jaws of a hungry cormorant - only to find itself back inside the bird's long beak .