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.
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
A middle spotted woodpecker swoops into her nest and feeds her young in a forest in Trentino, Italy .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
A BAMBI was dramatically caught in mid-air by a greedy Nile crocodile in a once-in-a-million flying pincer move .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .