CLINGING onto nothing but ice, this brave climber reaches heights of 1000 FEET as he scales frozen solid waterfalls. Canadian adventure sport photographer Alain Denis, 41, captured these spectacular images of frozen waterfalls on a trip to the Rocky Mountains area of Alberta, Canada. "Climbing these waterfalls I felt joy, pain and many scary moments," says Alain, of Adele, Quebec. "The main thing for me, however, was embracing the beauty of the amazing landscape.
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
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 .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .