From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours. Daniel Parent photographed the birds as they fed from an array of tropical flowers in Rio Segundo, Costa Rica. The 53-year-old photographer, of Gatineau, Quebec, says: “These little creatures are truly a spectacle to witness.
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .