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.
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
Swimming side by side with divers, these manatees will do anything they can to stay warm .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .