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.
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - FUNKY BUMP: FROM MIRROR bellies to rainbow bumps these pregnancy casts of stone and bronze could be the funkiest way to preserve your bump for posterity .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
BREATHING life back into old photographs, these black and white images are transformed by colour .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
A photographer has captured spellbinding images of stars swirling above the English countryside .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .