STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow. With his chin resting on his paws, the furry giant looks like he has a lot to think about in Wapusk National Park, located in northern Manitoba, Canada. These photographs were taken by 39-year-old professional photographer Alberto Ghizzi Panizza, while on a seven day trip to the park. At times Alberto, of Parma, Italy, was just three metres away from the polar bears.
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
AT first glance these images could easily be mistaken for photographs, but they are in-fact real life drawings created using nothing but coloured pencils .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .