BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera. After spending a morning stealing a stash of nuts and seed from his squirrel friends, he sits down to enjoy his well-earned lunch. The pictures of this cheeky squirrel were captured by emergency services worker Claire Hartley, 35, on a trip to Hartsholme Park, near Lincoln. “Several squirrels had been competing to get as many nuts as possible,” says Claire, of Lincoln.
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .
PICKING up a tiny tea-pot with its paws, a little red squirrel struggles to prepare its morning tea .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .