A CHEEKY snail fancies his chances at getting a free ride on a sunny afternoon. After managing the climb up, the turtle appears blissfully unaware of his passenger as he cools off on the hot day and relaxed on the back of the shell of its turtle-pal. The amusing photograph, taken by photographer Lessy Sebastian, 48, was captured at the side of the pond at his home in Jakarta, Indonesia.
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .