WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze. Bathing in the hot springs, he looks right at home as he indulges in a bit of me time. This calm monkey was captured by Edinburgh photographer Chris Rush, 26, while visiting the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Japan. “These photographs capture one of the most beautiful creatures I have ever encountered,” says Chris, originally of Newcastle.
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
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 .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
Hot on the heels of a little rabbit, this cheetah is on a mission to catch his prey .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
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 .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .