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.
SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .