A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves. The town of Coober Pedy is home to over 1,500 people, as well as hotels, restaurants and churches, all of which are located up to 100ft below ground. “Coober Pedy is renowned for its below-ground residences, called dugouts, which are used to avoid the scorching daytime heat,” says photographer Abigail Varney, who visited the unusual town, located 846km north of Adelaide.
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
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HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
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This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate .
A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .