With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano. The spectacular pictures were captured at sunrise and sunset of Mount Bromo in Indonesia by landscape photographer Helminadia Jabur. It is known for its breath-taking views at first light and it did not fail to disappoint when the 36-year-old visited the volcano, which is one of the most visited tourist attractions in East Java. Helminadia said: ‘The volcano is noted for its spectacular sunrises, and majestic views all the way to Semeru volcano which is located further behind it, so ever since I saw some images of the volcano, I just could not help myself to visit the area and capture it.
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
AN ARRAY of colours, from pinks to blues and oranges, fill the night sky to create an amazing collection of interstellar patterns .
A middle spotted woodpecker swoops into her nest and feeds her young in a forest in Trentino, Italy .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .