Most people have an angel at the top of their Christmas tree, but one bear at Chester Zoo decided he wanted to be the star of the show. Climbing right to the top of the tree, the zoo’s spectacled bear Bernardo can often be seen relaxing with his head in the clouds. Four-year-old Bernardo moved to the zoo after travelling from Tulsa Zoo in Oklahoma. Tim Rowlands, the zoo’s curator of mammals said: “An exchange of animals between the USA and Europe doesn’t happen very often at all, which makes Bernardo even more special to us here at the zoo.
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
CCTV shows a dark figure dumping the dog- A pet dog suffering with cancer has been put down after being dumped at an animal rescue in what officials said is the worst abandonment of any animal they have witnessed .
FROM COLOURFUL autumn leaves to living trees at first glance you might miss these people blended with nature .