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.
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .