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.
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .