An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field. This magnificent bird of prey means business as she flies in and out nearby barns before landing on the ground. Canadian wildlife photographer Megan Lorenz photographed the owl as it flew through a field in Canada’s capital city, Ottawa. The 39-year-old, of Etobicoke, Toronto, says: “I drove up to Ottawa to take advantage of the high number of snowies that can be found there.
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
BEHIND the doors of this building, with its stacks of mattresses and discarded remains of wheelchairs, lies another victim of austerity cuts .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
