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 diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
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 .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
IT'S the iconic TV show that influenced a whole generation in the 1990s .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .