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.
A cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
Hot on the heels of a little rabbit, this cheetah is on a mission to catch his prey .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
FROM a HOLLYWOOD actress to the face of an innocent child, these are incredible drawings with an unlikely twist .
PEACE and love filled the 1980’s Glastonbury fields as relaxed festival goers kicked back and soaked up the atmosphere .
WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
