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.
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
NEW DELHI, A woman activist of India's main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party crosses a police barricade near the residence of ruling Congress party chief Sonia Gandhi during a protest against the recent rape of a five-year-old girl in New Delhi, India, April 21, 2013 .