HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk. With their brown patterned feathers and dark eyes, the beautiful owls possess the perfect forest camouflage. The Indian scops owls, a species of owl native to Asia, were photographed in a jambolan tree by Sarosh Lodhi, who noticed the birds while walking through Pench Tiger Reserve in central India.
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 .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
BALANCING 30 metres above ground, these slackliners take the expression of living dangerously one step further, by tightrope walking NAKED .