RAISING his foot into the air, this cheeky monkey offers an unusual wave. Clearly enjoying his bath, he then starts his morning cleaning routine as he begins tending to his feet. These adorable photographs were captured by Welsh aircraft engineer Phil Morgan, 45, after he took the trip to the Jigokudani Yaen-koen wildlife park, Japan, to photograph the cute Japanese macaque.
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .