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.
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
Blonde teen Jess Stubbs has certainly got girl power - as Britain’s youngest TRUCKER .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
The lighthouses of Brittany, from Brest to Le Conquet, stand tall on France’s north-western coast against stunning scenery .
WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .