Exploding out of the water, a great white shark performs a backflip during a hunt for seals. The jaw-dropping moment stunned spectators watching from a catamaran near Seal Island in False Bay, South Africa. The hungry shark emerged from the water and bit down on the catamaran's dummy seal, before disappearing into the waves. Yirui Heng, of Singapore, photographed the action, which lasted for just seconds.
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
BURSTING from the water, a beautiful but deadly Sumatran tiger jumps for food in an Indonesian zoo .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
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 .
This was the chaotic scene when the driver of a 4x4 vehicle became periously trapped under his vehicle for an HOUR when it overturned after a crash on a busy motorway .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .