It’s a role reversal in the Visayan Sea as HUNDREDS of tiny, glistening eggs are carried around inside the mouth of their cardinalfish father. The dedicated dad takes a break from eating as he carries the eggs until they hatch, while the female continues her routine as normal. The nocturnal male cardinalfish appears to glow in the darkness as it proudly displays his brood. The stunning photographs were captured by 39-year-old photographer Marcello Di Francesco while on a trip around the Philippine Islands.
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
WELCOME to the drawing room that is home to the £100K world’s greatest collection of Margaret Thatcher autographed objects .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .