An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert. Surrounded by vast desert and distant snow topped mountains, the enormous satellite dishes, dome-shaped buildings and telescopes are run by the European Southern Observatory (ESO) , an intergovernmental body dedicated to observing space. Photographer Alberto Ghizzi Panizza was granted access to several observatory sites.
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .