A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it. Pictured under the winter sun, the bubbles glow as sunlight bounces off their surface. Photographer Hope Thurston Carter captured the images after blowing the soap bubbles on several freezing days in Michigan. The 52-year-old, of Martin, Michigan, says: 'I got the idea to blow bubbles outside in the winter after I saw several similar photos on the internet.
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .