MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog. The island of Lundy 12 miles off the coast of Devon is home to around 60 of these charismatic grey seals who play in the shallow waters this time of year. Pictures show how one of these sea mammals fell in love with software developer Past Baker, from Brighton. Once he spotted Pash the sociable marine beast swam through her legs, and gave her a cuddle before the pair sealed their love with a bubbly kiss
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
It's incredible to think anyone could live in such horrendous squalor - yet two men have been prosecuted for keeping their homes in such revolting conditions that it was no longer fit for their animals .
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 .