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 .
A grey whale and her calf greet an audience of awestruck admirers on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico .
A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
A lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .