SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height. Residing next to a small stream in East Java, Indonesia, the two look happy as they relax in each other’s company. This moment was caught on camera by Indonesian photographer Monica Anantyowati, 42, after she spotted the brave ladybird looking for a free ride on this turtle near her home in Malang.
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
LUMINOUS green rocks could easily be a beach from Superman's homeland of Krypton .
PERCHED on a branch, these two frogs hold hands as they look into the camera .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
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 .
