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.
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
A NINJA red squirrel cuts a dashing figure as the little fella jumps up to ten-feet between treetops in the Yorkshire Dales .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
A British jewellery designer with a passion for London's iconic Gherkin has created a pen with an INK-REDIBLE price tag of £27,500 .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .