FLAMINGOS from above look like the pink algae they eat. Aerial shots of some of the TWO-MILLION pink flying birds that gather to feed in the world's largest desert lake resemble the type of tiny pink microbes they eat and give them their distinctive pink colour. But if you look a little closer you'll see the fantastic feathered creatures skimming gently over the serene waters of Lake Turkana in Kenya's spectacular Rift Valley. Travel photographer Michael Poliza, 55, from Hamburg in Germany travelled to the great lakes of Kenya and Tanzania to take these extraordinary pictures of Africa from above. 'These lakes are each an absolute flamingo paradise,' he said.
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
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 .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - FUNKY BUMP: FROM MIRROR bellies to rainbow bumps these pregnancy casts of stone and bronze could be the funkiest way to preserve your bump for posterity .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .