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.
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
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 .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
It's incredible to think anyone could live in such horrendous squalor - yet two men have been prosecuted for keeping their homes in such revolting conditions that it was no longer fit for their animals .
WELCOME to the Temple of Zoom where you can “experience” sliding down a Mayan temple into shark infested waters .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .