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 diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
DIPPING and diving their way through this bumpy journey, these giraffe's duck for cover as they dodge multiple cables and wires .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
A luxury caravan with a price tag of ONE MILLION DOLLARS is due to hit the road later this year .
An aerial view of flooding in Gloucestershire .
A grey whale and her calf greet an audience of awestruck admirers on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .