MONKEY BATH

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.

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ABANDONED PLAZA HOTEL

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DRIVER TRAPPED UNDER 4x4 FOR AN HOUR IN HORRIFIC MOTORWAY CRASH

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PLAYFUL OWL PLAYS HIDE AND SEEK

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SPECTACULAR SCENERY AT CHILEAN OBSERVATORIES

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GRAND PRIX-INSPIRED ESPRESSO MACHINE

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A GRIZZLY GANG

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