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.
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
Here's a APPY solution that should brighten up a wet weekend away camping - a wood powered stove that also recharges your smartphone .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .