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.
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .