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.
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .