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.
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .