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.
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
COURAGEOUS climbers descend 400 metres as they manoeuvre their way through thick walls of ice .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .