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.
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
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 northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .