From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water. The split level photographs were taken by marine biologist Andrew Pearson, 32, after he spent time researching underwater life in Cornwall and Dorset. ‘People don't always realise what is underwater just a few feet from a UK beach and how interesting it can be,’ says Andrew, of Southampton. ‘I find 'split level' or 'half and half' photography captures a unique perspective not often seen by many people.
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
This is the moment a nimble red fox and a lumbering Alaskan brown bear were locked in a tense stand-off .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
IT'S the iconic TV show that influenced a whole generation in the 1990s .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
AN ARRAY of colours, from pinks to blues and oranges, fill the night sky to create an amazing collection of interstellar patterns .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .