DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating. With his paws resting over the edge of the basin, he carefully recharges himself as he takes in his surroundings. The thirsty red squirrel was photographed by Dutch photographer and carpenter Geert Weggen in his garden in Bispgarden, Sweden.
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
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 .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
A TAXIDERMY truck spotted in America’s Deep South could be the most gruesome wagon on the road .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
AN American accountant has grown the world's biggest MELON and smashed his way into the record books with his mammoth 350 .
Is your cat bored? Do his usual playthings simply not do it for him anymore? Not to worry - there's an app for that .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .