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.
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
BRAIDED, sculpted and beaded, these are the eye-catching hairstyles worn by the tribal women of Angola .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
