STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity. He bobs his eyes above the water and surveys the scene, ready for his close-up. These photographs were captured by French marine biologist Mathieu Foulquie, 39, after he spotted the friendly toad in the resurgence of a little river near Montpellier, France. Mathieu, of Montpellier, France, was investigating underwater in a river named 'la Bueges' when he put his hand on the river bed and the toad grabbed his fingers.
This longhorn beetle demon-strates a dark side as it looks just like the devil .
A photographer has captured spellbinding images of stars swirling above the English countryside .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .