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.
AN ARRAY of colours, from pinks to blues and oranges, fill the night sky to create an amazing collection of interstellar patterns .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
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AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
Pic By HotSpot Media - PARROT RIDES ON THE TUBE - THIS pretty boy could be forgiven for forgetting his Oyst-aaarrrgh-card .
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