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.
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .