A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis. As the green praying mantis lifts its body and prepares for battles, the amber bug simply stares into the face of the much larger rival. Photographer Monica Anantyowati captured the tense staredown in a garden close to her home in Malang, Indonesia.
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 .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .