DRIFT WOOD is carefully crafted and transformed into this thought provoking masterpiece. Full of wildlife such as deer, giraffes, monkeys and even rhinos, this sculpture bursts with nature that surrounds mankind. The amazing sculpture was created by American sculpture Paul Baliker, 59, after sculpting became his obsession. ’I started out sculpting to put food on the table, I never dreamt of where it would lead,’ said Paul. ‘I hope that people can see the environmental message I attempt to portray, and perhaps think hard about the impact man has on the natural world.
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
A project to create an underwater tribute to the stone Moai statues of Easter Island ended in disaster when 15 replica structures were destroyed after toppling from a boat and into the sea .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
A British photographer has captured the beauty of London in a stunning series of landscapes shots .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
