Plunging temperatures make for snowy scenes
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Much of northern Europe has been experiencing a cold snap. This panda at Pairi Daiza zoo in Brugelette, Belgium is getting used to its new snowy environment. What is all this white stuff then? Can I eat it?

Some neighbouring polar bears probably think this is more like it. With their thick fur they're built for the snow

Meanwhile, a stork admires its newfound ability to blend in with its surroundings

Finally, my camouflage makes sense! A royal white tiger, a few enclosures away, seems quite at ease with snow on his face

For those of us on two feet, getting around can prove a little tricky. At least these people in Belfast won't get stuck in traffic on their toboggan

It was so cold on Thursday, the fountains at Trafalgar Square in London began shooting snow and ice

Someone has been making the most of the recent chill to create a new mascot for Everton at Goodison Park

Many schools in Europe were closed due to difficult travel conditions and kids enjoyed an unexpected day off

In Eryri, formerly known as Snowdonia, snow could be seen in the fields as well as on the Welsh peaks

Shetland experienced some of the heaviest snow in the UK

The freeze is not due to last though, which is good news for these birds in Tynemouth whose lake has partially frozen over

So, enjoy it, while it lasts, if you can!
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