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.
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
BRAIDED, sculpted and beaded, these are the eye-catching hairstyles worn by the tribal women of Angola .
FORGET Thorpe Park this summer as this is a 50 mile-per-hour ride over the Colorado River CANYON .
Is your cat bored? Do his usual playthings simply not do it for him anymore? Not to worry - there's an app for that .