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.
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
Dogs catch waves at the Coronado Bay dog surf championships Saturday 22nd June 2013- DOG SURFING mutts have never looked so gnarly .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
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 .
SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .
DIPPING and diving their way through this bumpy journey, these giraffe's duck for cover as they dodge multiple cables and wires .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .