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 over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
FROM COLOURFUL autumn leaves to living trees at first glance you might miss these people blended with nature .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .