THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner. With a splash, they dive down into the water to catch their next meal. The photographs were captured by Italian photographer Alessandro Rossini, 33, on the banks of the river Adda in Italy." In these pictures you can see how marvellous nature is,” says Alessandro, of Lissone.
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
A SHOCKING cartoon of a black man carrying bags saying‘’zippadydoohdah zip-up immigrant bags’ has appeared in a shop window and is being investigated by police .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
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 .