SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other. The lumbering pair's sibling rivalry heats up the frosty winter setting in snow swept Alaska. American photographer and tour guide, Matthew Studebaker, 30, managed to capture these extraordinary shots in 25 miles per hour wind on Barrier Islands, Alaska in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. No strangers to the freezing weather, the playful polar bears sparred in temperatures of minus six degrees. "These siblings were teasing each other and sparring during a snowstorm," explains Matthew of Richfield, Ohio.
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
A proud gorilla mum welcomes her newborn baby western lowland gorilla, a critically endangered species .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .