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.
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
IN THE not so MISTY MOUNTAINS of Wiltshire, there lies an abandoned hobbit house .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
