BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers. But these images are in fact amazing long-exposure shots of fireworks. These vibrant photographs were captured by Californian amateur photographer Alan Sailer, 58, when he decided to look into the shapes and colours of fireworks. 'I wanted to capture the fireworks at the precise moment they burst, to give them the look of a flower,' said Alan. 'I decided to take them with the focus varied just as the firework explodes, so I could focus on the colours and different shapes that each firework contains
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
A lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
FULLY equipped with a kitchen and lounge, it's hard to believe this modern holiday let is actually a BUS .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .