WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season. Dressed in red, white and green, the youngsters look the picture of innocence as they pose or, in some cases, sleep for the camera. The images of the festive tots were captured by American Adia Speer, of Pemberton, New Jersey. The 35-year-old photographer purchased her first DSLR camera when her niece was born five years ago. Adia says: ‘From there people started asking me to photograph their children.
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
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SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
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 .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
COURAGEOUS climbers descend 400 metres as they manoeuvre their way through thick walls of ice .