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.
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
A Canadian couple celebrated their engagement by recreating iconic moments from the film The Notebook .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
A grand 56-bedroom hotel, once heaving with injured soldiers during the First World War, now lies completely abandoned .
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 .