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
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
Sam Notaro built his own flood defences to protect his four-bedroom home in Moorland, Somerset Flooding is likely to get worse around Somerset as groundwater levels continue to rise .
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 .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .