THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory. The series of vertical panoramas showcase the buildings’ stunning patterns and designs. It was the intention of travel photographer Richard Silver to capture the often overlooked ceiling. The New York native says: ‘Much of the beauty in churches is above you. ‘I wanted to make people look at things in a new way.
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .