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.
PRANKSTER Dom Joly was so livid when he was slapped with a parking ticket that he took to Twitter to vent his anger – only to discover he was the victim of his own gag! The comic got a taste of his own medicine when he was tricked by a fellow joker for the first time in a decade .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .