A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile. The laid-back female leopard, named Romi, appears to be unfazed by the dangerous reptile, despite its rows of razor-sharp teeth. The pair were spotted by photographer Elmar Weiss and tour guide Alfred Korir on the bank of the Mara River in the Musiara Marsh, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. Elmar, 46, of Hamburg, Germany, says: “We watched nervously as Romi climbed down a grassy slope towards the edge of the river."
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze .