BRIGHT eyed and bushy tailed, a rare monkey catches a ride on the back of its mum in Chester Zoo. At only 12 weeks old, buffy-headed capuchin monkey is one of the world’s rarest species of primates. Dr Nick Davis, assistant curator of mammals at Chester Zoo, said: “In the past they were abundant in the Atlantic rainforests of eastern Brazil, but sadly they’re now on the verge of disappearing from the wild because of severe destruction to their habitat and intense hunting.
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
NOT YOUR everyday selfie, this plucky diver poses with some of the scariest predators in the ocean .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
Dogs catch waves at the Coronado Bay dog surf championships Saturday 22nd June 2013- DOG SURFING mutts have never looked so gnarly .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .