A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue. Weighing nearly 36 stone, the female moose was lucky to survive after she slipped through the ice that formed over Muncho Lake in northern British Columbia, Canada. The moose was rescued by travellers, truck drivers and locals after they spotted the animal's head bobbing above the ice.
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .