This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate. Using his fingers to prise open his friend's mouth, he carefully inspects his teeth, searching for any unwanted visitors. The comical photographs were captured by British photographer, David Williams, 41, on a visit to Tama Zoo, in Tokyo, Japan last week.
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
Sitting all alone on drift ice in the Arctic Ocean, this lonely little fella looks lost .
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 .
WELCOME to the Temple of Zoom where you can “experience” sliding down a Mayan temple into shark infested waters .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
