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.
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
Some will get up close and personal with Mother Nature’s deadliest animals to get the perfect shot, posing the question, what lengths will a photographer go to for that all important picture? But in this case, the question should be what depths .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
An aerial view of flooding in Gloucestershire .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .