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.
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - BACK TO THE FUTURE WITH AR' KID: A POSTAL SORTER has perfected the art of time travel by delivering images that are from the past .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .