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 lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .