Puckering up for a kiss, an affectionate pair of owls share a smooch for Valentine's Day. The loved-up owls were photographed by American photographer Lori Shaw, 54, after she spotted them at the Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park in Florida. ‘The owls were being very affectionate with each other, cuddling, kissing and grooming each other,’ says Lori, of Crystal River, Florida. ‘I thought it was really cute the way they were carrying on with each other.
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
FROM a HOLLYWOOD actress to the face of an innocent child, these are incredible drawings with an unlikely twist .
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 .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .