WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state. Instead of using traffic lights to control the stop and go flow of the cross-roads, attractive women dressed in perfectly crisps and identical outfits dangerously stand along in the middle of the road on a small platform. Displaying riveting focus, they are only allowed to turn counter-clockwise, directing traffic with forceful and halting movements. They have been the subject of photographic study for many years but French photographer Eric Lafforgue, 49, captured these moments during six trips to the Marxist country.
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
