An American man who suffered horrific third-degree burns to 70 percent of his body in a childhood accident has faced his fears by becoming a firefighter .

A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .

The sun is finally out, bringing a smile to many people’s faces – including this cute little dormouse’s! Grinning from ear to ear, this tiny dormouse appears to have been tickled by something as it clambered up this flower, basking in the sunshine, whilst having a little laugh to himself .

GLAMPING is taken to a whole new level in the form of the luxurious Pop-Up Hotel .

SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .

STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .

MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .

A grandmother has told how she has been unable to feel emotion for the last 12 years thanks to heart drugs she had to take in order to survive .

THIS unique holiday accommodation allows you to enjoy a full Flintstones experience .

Amanda Bohm, 22, and her mum, Janet, 58, were the best of friends .

A grey whale and her calf greet an audience of awestruck admirers on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico .

If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .