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.
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
CARRYING a fully grown goat on his back, this five-year-old boy is a child shepherd in the mountains of northern Ethiopia .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns .
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ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
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PERCHED on a branch, these two frogs hold hands as they look into the camera .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .