MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog. The island of Lundy 12 miles off the coast of Devon is home to around 60 of these charismatic grey seals who play in the shallow waters this time of year. Pictures show how one of these sea mammals fell in love with software developer Past Baker, from Brighton. Once he spotted Pash the sociable marine beast swam through her legs, and gave her a cuddle before the pair sealed their love with a bubbly kiss
An Italian photographer travelled to northern India where he visited poverty stricken suburbs and captured ordinary people in a series of intimate and expressive portraits .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
STEPFORD wives from the 1950's and 60's are performing history's most sexist exercise programme .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .