A rare butterfly has returned to the Lancashire countryside after a 100 year absence. The large heath butterfly is being reintroduced to Heysham Moss, Lancashire. This breed of butterfly was last recorded at the site at the beginning of the 20th century. The reintroduction project has involved Chester Zoo, Lancashire Wildlife Trust and funder Lancashire Environmental Fund.
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
With an abandoned tricycle sitting in an empty corridor, this derelict but once grand mansion could be the setting for The Shining .
FROM KISSING an alligator on the nose to walking over broken glass, this fearless daredevil is a real life female JACKASS .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
BREATHING life back into old photographs, these black and white images are transformed by colour .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .