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.
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
These are the amazing close up pictures of North Korea's mass games - after photographers were previously banned from taking shots so close to the dazzling formation dances .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
PERCHED on a branch, these two frogs hold hands as they look into the camera .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
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 .
