SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer. The big cat bobs its head above the water as it moves in closer, ready to pounce. Belgian software developer Stefan Cruysberghs photographed the tense attack at Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, one of the largest national parks in the state Maharashtra in India. The 38-year-old, of Lommel, Belgium, says: “During our drive we stopped at a waterhole and three sambar deer were drinking in the middle of the pool.
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
Kevin Silva, 52 from Indiana in the USA, has spent an estimated £65K ($100K) on Batman trinkets over the years, and even keeps his 2,500-item haul in his very own basement 'Bat Cave' .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
WITH his spiked ears and yellow and blue body, a colourful monkey bears an uncanny resemblance to Marvel Comics’ Wolverine .
A cricket perches on an unusual seat after crawling up the snout of a crocodile .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .