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 lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .
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Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state .