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 .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
NOT YOUR everyday selfie, this plucky diver poses with some of the scariest predators in the ocean .
Families in an Indian slum put their lives on the line by living on top of an ACTIVE railway track .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
AN ARRAY of colours, from pinks to blues and oranges, fill the night sky to create an amazing collection of interstellar patterns .
