CONTRACT CANCELLED, DO NOT SYNDICATE. A Portuguese photographer captured the Northern Lights dancing in the sky above Iceland in a series of mirror-like images. Jose Ramos, of Lisbon, Portugal, visited coastal settings in Iceland to photograph the spectacular auroa borelias reflected in water, as well as the stunning surroundings. The 33-year-old psychiatrist spent a week travelling around the European island, visiting such locations as Mount Kirkjufell and Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon.
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
A ROAD KILL munching Scot has chewed on everything from a dead squirrel to an unlucky crow – all in the name of art .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .