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.
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .