HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers. The 11x5ft pool, located in south-eastern California, was built by Austrian visual artist Alfredo Barsuglia. The free retreat includes a solar-powered filter and chlorination system, but visitors face a challenge if they want to take a dip.
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
THIS DANGER-mad female pensioner could be the oldest Brit to cage dive with CROCODILES .