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.
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
WITH SNOW COVERING the ground around them, these two polar bears play fight .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
LUMINOUS green rocks could easily be a beach from Superman's homeland of Krypton .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .