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 adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
Blonde teen Jess Stubbs has certainly got girl power - as Britain’s youngest TRUCKER .
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
WITH SNOW COVERING the ground around them, these two polar bears play fight .