EXERCISING OTTERS

A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync. The sea otters, enjoying some synchronised exercise, were photographed by Veronica Craft. The 41-year-old Brazilian photographer spotted the animals performing their workout in the bay at Moss Landing, California. ‘The otters looked like they were having so much fun,’ says Veronica, now of Seaside, California.

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POLAR BEARS HAVE A SPLASHING TIME

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ANTS IN TUG OF WAR

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AMAZINGLY DETAILED PENCIL SCULPTURES

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THIRSTY SQUIRREL TAKES A BREAK

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KINGFISHERS DIVE FOR THEIR DINNER

THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .

RESTLESS BEAR CUB

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SLEEPY GROUNDHOG

WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .

DINNER TIME

TWO Little Owls perch on a fence as they enjoy their dinner .

BIRD ATTACK

A pair of bank myna birds fight it out in front of their ladies .

FISH TSUNAMI

A TSUNAMI of predatory fish gather for their annual hunt .