WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .

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 .

WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .

A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .

THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .

OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .

THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .

With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .

AN expectant mum suffered crippling contractions lasting a gruelling two months, due to complications from a rare condition .

WITH THE WIND blowing through their fur, you'll believe a dog can fly in these hilarious images .

Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .

EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .