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.
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns .
Here's a collection of art for the DIGIT-AL age as these fascinating illusions of landmarks, places and even a banana are made using just a pair of hands .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
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VIBRANT bursts of colour fill the screen as beautiful flowers blossom in these time-lapse videos .
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SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .