STANDING on its hind legs, a nosey polar bear presses its paws against the window of a truck and takes a peek at the tourist inside. The curious 6ft tall bear appears to be deep in thought as it drops down to inspect the tyres of the vehicle, which was parked on a snowy road in the town of Churchill in northern Manitoba, Canada. Raymond Yue photographed the encounter during a trip to the Canadian town where polar bears are prevalent, especially around the coastline.
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .