FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns. These fascinating photographs were captured by amateur photographer Zhang Ning, 51, in awe of her native country's beauty after trips across China. 'I am very lucky that my country China is so diverse and large,” explains Zhang Ning, from Dongguan, Guangdong, China. 'It can provide me with numerous opportunities to shoot different landscapes, cultures, traditions.
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
Sam Notaro built his own flood defences to protect his four-bedroom home in Moorland, Somerset Flooding is likely to get worse around Somerset as groundwater levels continue to rise .
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 .
BREATHING life back into old photographs, these black and white images are transformed by colour .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .