A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs. Stood in the middle of Antarctica, the giant icebergs appear to be from an unearthly world. These stunning photographs were captured by American photographer Michael Leggero. ‘My images show pure nature, as that is how I describe Antarctica, simply pure nature,’ says the 43 year old, of Carthage, New York. ‘It is the only place on our planet that humans have not left a presence behind.
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
A lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
ESCAPING A LANDFILL FUTURE, these amazing science fiction inspired sculptures are made from everyday objects .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .