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.
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
This longhorn beetle demon-strates a dark side as it looks just like the devil .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .