Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions. The porcupines, after leaving their spikey mark, hurry away from the pack of big cats. But they are unable to escape when the pride's alpha male lion arrives and devours the retreating spine covered rodents. Amateur photographer and software tester Philip Eglise witness the battle during a trip to the Kalahari Desert, South Africa .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
A dog was SOW close to death after she dangerously swallowed a two-inch NEEDLE-Cute Shih Tzu Daisy could have pierced her intestines after eating the long needle and thread after finding it on the carpet .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
Struggling home entertainment chain Blockbuster has been slammed for advertising its workers' jobs while they are still in them in order to scare them into working harder .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .