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.
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .