RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles. Soaring through the air at 200mph, the eagles race to reach their keeper, in order to win first place in an annual festival, which celebrates the heritage of the Kazakh people. The Golden Eagle festival is held every October in Bayan-Olgii, a province in western Mongolia. Belgian photographer and software developer Stefan Cruysberghs captured the photographs when he travelled to the region to witness the occasion first-hand.
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
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PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
BRAIDED, sculpted and beaded, these are the eye-catching hairstyles worn by the tribal women of Angola .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
COURAGEOUS climbers descend 400 metres as they manoeuvre their way through thick walls of ice .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .