NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers. As these pictures show, in many respects human stars have it easy compared to these celebs of the animal world - who must survive the animal jungle under the media gaze. These photographs, captured by photographic safari guide Zane Engelbrecht, 25, capture some of the wilds most beautiful creatures as animal paps get up close and personal. These pictures show nature photographers getting up close with snakes, cheetahs, rhinos and even lions, as they go to any lengths to get their perfect shots.
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .