Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions. The porcupines, after leaving their spikey mark, hurry away from the pack of big cats. But they are unable to escape when the pride's alpha male lion arrives and devours the retreating spine covered rodents. Amateur photographer and software tester Philip Eglise witness the battle during a trip to the Kalahari Desert, South Africa .
A mum has warned of the dangers of child eating disorders, after her 10-year-old daughter developed anorexia when school bullies branded her ‘FAT’ .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
An aerial view of flooding in Gloucestershire .
A Crohn's sufferer has slammed doctors who allegedly accused her of being anorexic after she lost 10st in just three months .
THIS UNUSUAL collaboration between a mother and her two-year-old daughter makes for some stunning works of art .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
Magical photos of your baby smiling for the first time are a priceless treasure for many a proud parent .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .