PICKING up a tiny tea-pot with its paws, a little red squirrel struggles to prepare its morning tea. The curious rodent is obviously suspicious of its new toy and after holding the copper tea-pot above its head, the squirrel attempts to wear the prop as a hat. The playful squirrel was photographed by carpenter Geert Weggen in his garden in Bispgarden, Sweden.
This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate .
FORGET Thorpe Park this summer as this is a 50 mile-per-hour ride over the Colorado River CANYON .
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 .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
An artist has transformed traditional Thanksgiving dinners into mini-masterpieces .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .