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.
Dogs catch waves at the Coronado Bay dog surf championships Saturday 22nd June 2013- DOG SURFING mutts have never looked so gnarly .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
AN ANGRY giraffe gave a bush-riding cyclist a scare when he stomped his £2K bike into the dirt .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth .
INSIDE Britain's last Naval hospital where scurvy was cured looks like an NHS time capsule .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .