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 Romanian photographer has captured the unique patterns of hundreds of human eyes in a series of striking macro shots .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
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 .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
FROM KISSING an alligator on the nose to walking over broken glass, this fearless daredevil is a real life female JACKASS .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
FROM COLOURFUL autumn leaves to living trees at first glance you might miss these people blended with nature .
A hungry hippo is seconds away from catching a bird in its gigantic jaws .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .