The lighthouses of Brittany, from Brest to Le Conquet, stand tall on France’s north-western coast against stunning scenery. With the sun rising on the horizon, the beautiful vistas overlook one of the most dangerous seas in Europe. The Iroise Sea was the site of more than 30 shipwrecks between 1888 and 1904, which led to extra lighthouses being built on the coast. Italian Alessio Andreani photographed three lighthouses when he visited France.
It's incredible to think anyone could live in such horrendous squalor - yet two men have been prosecuted for keeping their homes in such revolting conditions that it was no longer fit for their animals .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
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 .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
A host of websites that are almost twenty years old are collecting a cult following thanks to their retro appeal .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .