A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits. From wearing animal skin clothing to living in huts made from cow dung, the traditional tribal lifestyle witnessed by Mario Gerth, of Erfurt, is a far cry from modern western civilization. The 38-year-old photographer toured the continent of Africa over a period of seven years, allowing him to visit a number of countries, including Kenya, Ethiopia and Angola.
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
A trout manages to escape the jaws of a hungry cormorant - only to find itself back inside the bird's long beak .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
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