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 .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .