A manatee makes the most of his underwater guests by rolling onto his back for a belly rub. The manatee appears apprehensive at first, but he soon cosies up to the divers. The photographs were taken by marine biologist Andrew Pearson in Crystal River, Florida at the Crystal River Wildlife Refuge. The 32 year old photographer, of Southampton, says: ‘We spent several days snorkelling with wild manatees.
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
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 .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
