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 mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
A dog was SOW close to death after she dangerously swallowed a two-inch NEEDLE-Cute Shih Tzu Daisy could have pierced her intestines after eating the long needle and thread after finding it on the carpet .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .