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.
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .