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.
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
A grand 56-bedroom hotel, once heaving with injured soldiers during the First World War, now lies completely abandoned .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .