SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend. But the hedgehog it is cutely curled up next to is in fact a garden ornament. Tiny Drew was found with three of his siblings on a cold Autumn night in Druids Heath in Birmingham. A quick-thinking member of the public rang experts from Willows Hedgehog Rescue, who came to the aid of the prickly customers.
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .