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.
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
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THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth .
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A project to create an underwater tribute to the stone Moai statues of Easter Island ended in disaster when 15 replica structures were destroyed after toppling from a boat and into the sea .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
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THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .