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.
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
NEW DELHI, A woman activist of India's main opposition Bharatiya Janata Party crosses a police barricade near the residence of ruling Congress party chief Sonia Gandhi during a protest against the recent rape of a five-year-old girl in New Delhi, India, April 21, 2013 .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
STARING open-mouthed into the camera, this shocked fish looks out of place in the middle of its angry friends .
GLAMPING is taken to a whole new level in the form of the luxurious Pop-Up Hotel .