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.
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .