A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile. The laid-back female leopard, named Romi, appears to be unfazed by the dangerous reptile, despite its rows of razor-sharp teeth. The pair were spotted by photographer Elmar Weiss and tour guide Alfred Korir on the bank of the Mara River in the Musiara Marsh, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. Elmar, 46, of Hamburg, Germany, says: “We watched nervously as Romi climbed down a grassy slope towards the edge of the river."
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
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From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
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A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
It's incredible to think anyone could live in such horrendous squalor - yet two men have been prosecuted for keeping their homes in such revolting conditions that it was no longer fit for their animals .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .