A NINJA red squirrel cuts a dashing figure as the little fella jumps up to ten-feet between treetops in the Yorkshire Dales. England's last wild red squirrels may be hemmed in by their grey cousins - but they're still leaping free in their own woodlands. Springing over SIX-TIMES their 18-inch body length, if we humans were as good at jumping as these lords of the forest we would be able to jump clean over a Ford Transit van. Photographer Simon Phillpotts from Wensleydale, North Yorkshire took the pictures as part of a project celebrating the agile skills of Yorkshire's red squirrel population.
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
