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.
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
Pic By HotSpot Media - PARROT RIDES ON THE TUBE - THIS pretty boy could be forgiven for forgetting his Oyst-aaarrrgh-card .
