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.
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .
THIS DANGER-mad female pensioner could be the oldest Brit to cage dive with CROCODILES .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
CCTV shows a dark figure dumping the dog- A pet dog suffering with cancer has been put down after being dumped at an animal rescue in what officials said is the worst abandonment of any animal they have witnessed .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
A floating market in Indonesia is bursting with vibrant colours as wooden rowing boats loaded with fruit and vegetables crowd the river .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .