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.
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
WITH LUSH GREEN LANDSCAPES stretching out as far as the eye can see, you're in for a treat at these one of a kind treehouses .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate .