Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion. The adorable rodent, which is just 55mm long, is dwarfed by the flower and covered with dandelion seeds. The harvest mouse was photographed by maintenance engineer Martin Snelson when he visited a farm in Ashton-in-Makerfield and spotted the curious creature.
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
AN underground HOBBIT motel inspired by JRR Tolkien is just one of the unique places to stay at the world's most unusual hotel complex .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
When mum-of-three Becky Tully was told she couldn’t have any more children due to health reasons, she refused to give up on having the little girl she had always wanted .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
A mum-of-three lost 10 stone after her son asked if she was pregnant .
Working at a height of 36,000ft, pilots may have the best view in the world .