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.
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
The claws come out at meal time as a group of white tailed eagles brawl over road-kill .
