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.
BURSTING from the water, a beautiful but deadly Sumatran tiger jumps for food in an Indonesian zoo .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
Say cheese! This cheeky chappy isn’t in the mood to live up to his scary reputation as he is pictured here cracking a killer smile as he goes about his daily business .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
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 .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .