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.
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
A dog was SOW close to death after she dangerously swallowed a two-inch NEEDLE-Cute Shih Tzu Daisy could have pierced her intestines after eating the long needle and thread after finding it on the carpet .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .