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.
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
Here's a collection of art for the DIGIT-AL age as these fascinating illusions of landmarks, places and even a banana are made using just a pair of hands .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
