A manatee makes the most of his underwater guests by rolling onto his back for a belly rub. The manatee appears apprehensive at first, but he soon cosies up to the divers. The photographs were taken by marine biologist Andrew Pearson in Crystal River, Florida at the Crystal River Wildlife Refuge. The 32 year old photographer, of Southampton, says: ‘We spent several days snorkelling with wild manatees.
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
A cricket perches on an unusual seat after crawling up the snout of a crocodile .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
ARMED with her camera, bikini and flippers, this brave diver goes swimming with SHARKS .
