TBH, personally, I'm not a fan of B&W animal images,
They are far too many natural colours to be enjoyed.
Nor am I keen on clipping bits off, tops of heads or toes.
(Others may have a different opinion of course)
Having said that, I also feel that they could do with a bit of a levels boost,
and a sharpen, to bring out the best.
The swimming Tiger and the headless Flamingo are the best of the bunch IMO,
I wouldn't mind seeing either of them in colour.
(assuming they weren't shot in mono?)