SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner. After swooping down from a branch to catch its prey, the owl safely hands over a field mouse to his family in their nest. The breathtaking photographs were captured by Italian photographer Jacopo Rigotti, 24, after he spent weeks photographing the majestic birds in South Tyrol, Italy. “My home is surrounded by forests, rivers and mountains and I am always in close contact with many species of owls,” says Jacopo, of Trentino, Italy.
The lighthouses of Brittany, from Brest to Le Conquet, stand tall on France’s north-western coast against stunning scenery .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
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These are the amazing close up pictures of North Korea's mass games - after photographers were previously banned from taking shots so close to the dazzling formation dances .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
THIS unique holiday accommodation allows you to enjoy a full Flintstones experience .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .