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.
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This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
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Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
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