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.
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 .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
LUMINOUS green rocks could easily be a beach from Superman's homeland of Krypton .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
A floating market in Indonesia is bursting with vibrant colours as wooden rowing boats loaded with fruit and vegetables crowd the river .
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 .