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.
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
This brave Hyena finally catches his pray among the thousands of flamingos, Lake Nakuru, Kenya - OUTNUMBERED among thousands of flamingos, this bold hyena is not put off from hunting for a morning snack .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
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In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
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Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .
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