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
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
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 .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
BRAIDED, sculpted and beaded, these are the eye-catching hairstyles worn by the tribal women of Angola .