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.
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .