A pair of dwarf mongooses take tiny steps and begin exploring their enclosure at Chester Zoo. The little youngsters were spotted by keepers enjoying their first adventure. The duo, who were born on 8th September, spent a month in their nest box with keepers just hearing occasional squeaks. Dave White, team manager at Chester Zoo, says: “Now that our new duo has started exploring they’re going to keep mum, dad and the rest of the dwarf mongoose group very much on their tiny toes.
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
Say cheese! This cheeky chappy isn’t in the mood to live up to his scary reputation as he is pictured here cracking a killer smile as he goes about his daily business .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - BACK TO THE FUTURE WITH AR' KID: A POSTAL SORTER has perfected the art of time travel by delivering images that are from the past .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .