This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day. The bold Japanese macaque monkey, called Bejo, made the most of his time in the lime light as he is pictured here striking a number of poses for the camera and shaking himself dry after taking a dip in his enclosure. Throwing his head back and stretching his legs out, there is no doubt this little fella wanted all eyes on him as he enjoyed the cool water in the Gardens of Surabaya Zoological, Indonisia. Indonesian photographer Monica Anantyowati, 40, was at the open air monkey cage when she snapped the shots.
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
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 .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .
Hot on the heels of a little rabbit, this cheetah is on a mission to catch his prey .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .