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 cricket perches on an unusual seat after crawling up the snout of a crocodile .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and for this greedy camel he can't get enough of his morning feed, as he gate crashes his owner's mealtime .
Dogs catch waves at the Coronado Bay dog surf championships Saturday 22nd June 2013- DOG SURFING mutts have never looked so gnarly .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
THIS may look like a dolphin through jumping hoops, but it is in fact nothing more than a clever 3D pencil drawing .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .