A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand. The underwater animal whisperer, named Jorge, was able to tame the 8ft long shark by simply rubbing its snout, one of its most sensitive places, causing the animal to become overwhelmed by the stimulation. Having calmed the silky shark, a species which has been known to behave aggressively toward divers, he gently grasped its body and turned the predator so it was upright. The amazing moment was witnessed by French marine biologist Mathieu Foulquie, 39, just five metres underwater on a dive in the Gardens of the Queen National Marine Park in Cuba.
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
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 mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .