Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure. As he inspects further, he’s joined by a gathering of birds who are also intrigued by the Christmassy statue. The adorable photographs were captured by Russian photographer Vadim Trunov, 31, after he spotted the woodland creatures in a forest in the Voronezh region of Russia. Vadim, of Voronezh, said: “In the winter, food becomes scarce and animals often search in the snow for something to eat.
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
FULLY equipped with a kitchen and lounge, it's hard to believe this modern holiday let is actually a BUS .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
A hungry hippo is seconds away from catching a bird in its gigantic jaws .
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 .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .