PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds. Clearly not bothered by their uncomfortable onlooker, the owls pucker up and put on a very public display of affection. This trio of Little Owls were photographed by Uzbek photographer Ilia Shalamaev, 36, after he spotted the scene on a trip to the town of Kiryat Gat, Israel. “Here you can see a family of owls playing and having fun on a branch, not far from their nesting place,” says Ilia, now of Beit Hashmonay, Israel.
The claws come out at meal time as a group of white tailed eagles brawl over road-kill .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
Is your cat bored? Do his usual playthings simply not do it for him anymore? Not to worry - there's an app for that .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
