LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime. The brother and sister embrace with a friendly hug, as they catch their breath after a busy afternoon. These adorable photographs were captured by Russian photographer Alexey Tishchenko, 43, after his love of wildlife and nature led him into photography. Pictured in Churchill, Canada, these images capture the cute relationship between these two bears perfectly. 'These young polar bears are brother and sister,' explains Alexey.
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .
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 .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
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 .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .