A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo. After a morning spent wandering around her enclosure, the restless ape finally sits down to relax, but not before showing off numerous facial expressions. Israeli zoologist and wildlife photographer Michal Samuni-Blank photographed the playful western lowland gorilla when she visited Bronx Zoo in New York. Michal of New York, says: “The gorilla’s name is Julia and she has a very special personality. She is very outgoing and is one of a few gorillas in the zoo that interacts with the visitors.
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
This frozen lighthouse in Michigan could easily be mistaken for a still from the snow swept disaster movie The Day After Tomorrow .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .