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.
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
Blonde teen Jess Stubbs has certainly got girl power - as Britain’s youngest TRUCKER .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .