A mum who has hid behind the hair loss condition alopecia for the last 20 years has bravely revealed a secret compulsion to tear out her own hair that has tormented her since she was a child .

From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .

An intrepid photographer travelled to the abandoned ghost town of Bodie in northern California to capture the historic buildings that are trapped in time .

BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .

Meet the world's most lifelike Disney princess - a 21-year-old man from California .

Something appears to have tickled this baby owl as he seems to be having a real HOOT .

PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .

CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape .

Magical photos of your baby smiling for the first time are a priceless treasure for many a proud parent .

This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .

NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .

WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .