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 BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
WITH SNOW COVERING the ground around them, these two polar bears play fight .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .