FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns. These fascinating photographs were captured by amateur photographer Zhang Ning, 51, in awe of her native country's beauty after trips across China. 'I am very lucky that my country China is so diverse and large,” explains Zhang Ning, from Dongguan, Guangdong, China. 'It can provide me with numerous opportunities to shoot different landscapes, cultures, traditions.
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
TOMORROW (Saturday) marks the 28th anniversary of the nuclear disaster that left the city of Chernobyl devastated .