A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue. Weighing nearly 36 stone, the female moose was lucky to survive after she slipped through the ice that formed over Muncho Lake in northern British Columbia, Canada. The moose was rescued by travellers, truck drivers and locals after they spotted the animal's head bobbing above the ice.
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
A woman has revealed how she didn’t know she was pregnant until she saw her baby’s head crowning .
Sitting all alone on drift ice in the Arctic Ocean, this lonely little fella looks lost .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
An owl swoops through the air before making an unorthodox landing - right on top of an unsuspecting man's head .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .