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.
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
A lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
A BRITISH couple are the first to tie the knot inside an enormous GLACIER in Iceland .
A Romanian photographer has captured the unique patterns of hundreds of human eyes in a series of striking macro shots .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .