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 .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
Here's a APPY solution that should brighten up a wet weekend away camping - a wood powered stove that also recharges your smartphone .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .