CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory. From the bustling metropolis of London to the tranquility of Cornwall, one photographer captures the stark and stunning contrast. These photographs were taken by Italian photographer Alessio Andreani. The 26 year old says: ‘London is where I live now, after moving from Italy recently.'
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
This frozen lighthouse in Michigan could easily be mistaken for a still from the snow swept disaster movie The Day After Tomorrow .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
Pic By Graham Gibson/ HotSpot Media - SHARK HYPNOTIST BALANCES SHARK IN PALM OF HIS HAND- In Pic - Diver Tom and Caribbean reef sharks in the Bahamas- A SHARK hypnotist balances these predators in the palm of his hand by sending them to sleep with a gentle nose rub .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
Some will get up close and personal with Mother Nature’s deadliest animals to get the perfect shot, posing the question, what lengths will a photographer go to for that all important picture? But in this case, the question should be what depths .
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .