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 soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
These are the amazing close up pictures of North Korea's mass games - after photographers were previously banned from taking shots so close to the dazzling formation dances .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
CARRYING a fully grown goat on his back, this five-year-old boy is a child shepherd in the mountains of northern Ethiopia .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .