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.
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
THIS is the EXPLOSIVE moment when a 50 metre high pylon came crashing down to earth in a rural field .
AN ARRAY of colours, from pinks to blues and oranges, fill the night sky to create an amazing collection of interstellar patterns .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
A once bustling gold rush town in Mono County, California now stands completed deserted .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
CARRYING a fully grown goat on his back, this five-year-old boy is a child shepherd in the mountains of northern Ethiopia .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .