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.
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
An osprey soars through the air at 30 miles per hour before swooping down to catch its prey from a lake .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
Here's a APPY solution that should brighten up a wet weekend away camping - a wood powered stove that also recharges your smartphone .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .