Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg. Sailing in the middle of a freshwater lake, the fishermen keep both hands free by perching on one leg and wrapping the other leg around the boat’s oar. Photographer David Lazar visited Inle Lake in the Taunggyi District of Shan State, Myanmar, also known as Burma, where the distinctive fishermen are a regular fixture.
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
PRANKSTER Dom Joly was so livid when he was slapped with a parking ticket that he took to Twitter to vent his anger – only to discover he was the victim of his own gag! The comic got a taste of his own medicine when he was tricked by a fellow joker for the first time in a decade .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
