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 BLIND man was battered with a brick in a sickening attack by two thugs .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
A pair of BEAUTIFUL rescue sea turtles spot their catch in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .