A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths. Leaping towards each other and baring their teeth, the territorial red foxes were caught settling their disagreement by photographer Menno Schaefer. The 47-year-old, of Amsterdam, Holland, witnessed the fight in Zandvoort, whilst on a walk through the Dutch town's sand dunes.
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
A trout manages to escape the jaws of a hungry cormorant - only to find itself back inside the bird's long beak .