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 SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
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 .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
