NOT YOUR everyday selfie, this plucky diver poses with some of the scariest predators in the ocean. The photographer bravely poses with an array of sharks, such as a great hammerhead shark, a whale shark and a bull shark. The unusual selfies were taken by Dutch underwater photographer Peter Verhoog, 59, as a fun way to raise awareness of these magnificent creatures. “Selfies have become more and more popular, and just for fun I started taking them during dives - with sharks and manta rays,” says Peter, of Monster, Holland.
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .
GETTING behind the camera, this monkey practices his photography skills on his friends .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .