An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field. This magnificent bird of prey means business as she flies in and out nearby barns before landing on the ground. Canadian wildlife photographer Megan Lorenz photographed the owl as it flew through a field in Canada’s capital city, Ottawa. The 39-year-old, of Etobicoke, Toronto, says: “I drove up to Ottawa to take advantage of the high number of snowies that can be found there.
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
A grey whale and her calf greet an audience of awestruck admirers on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
Daniel Blore, 21, of Innage Crescent, Bridgnorth, stabbed his mother three times in the attack on January 11 this year, Stafford Crown Court heard .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
This frozen lighthouse in Michigan could easily be mistaken for a still from the snow swept disaster movie The Day After Tomorrow .