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.
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .