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.
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
BURSTING from the water, a beautiful but deadly Sumatran tiger jumps for food in an Indonesian zoo .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
A BRITISH couple are the first to tie the knot inside an enormous GLACIER in Iceland .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .