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.
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .