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
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
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SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .