A professional dancer has embraced her individuality after refusing plastic surgery to remove a giant birthmark on her face. Canadian beauty, Cassandra Naud, 22, loves her unique appearance and even credits her birthmark for making her memorable in the dancing world. The pretty brunette, from Alberta, Canada, who was once told by a casting agent to digitally erase her birthmark from her headshots, says: 'My birthmark is a huge part of me. “It makes me unique and memorable, which is especially important for the career I’ve chosen.'
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
A British photographer has captured the beauty of London in a stunning series of landscapes shots .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
An artist has transformed traditional Thanksgiving dinners into mini-masterpieces .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .