A teenage girl nicknamed 'spotty dog' by school bullies has embraced the hundreds of birthmarks that cover her entire face and body .

RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .

STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .

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 .

A talented artist has created artwork with a KICKIN' twist by painting on his pregnant wife's bump .

BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .

THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .

A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .

A reformed boozer, who spent nine months partying in Magaluf, has shed over 6 stone after ditching her ladette lifestyle to become a fitness fanatic .

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

Several times a year, Gemma, 21, can be found mumbling her words and struggling to concentrate as she walks around in a dream-like state .

A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .