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.
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
A proud gorilla mum welcomes her newborn baby western lowland gorilla, a critically endangered species .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .