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.
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
DIVING boffins fired harpoons into 30-foot-long whale sharks in a bid to put the sea-beasts on Google Maps .