CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory. From the bustling metropolis of London to the tranquility of Cornwall, one photographer captures the stark and stunning contrast. These photographs were taken by Italian photographer Alessio Andreani. The 26 year old says: ‘London is where I live now, after moving from Italy recently.'
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
FROM KISSING an alligator on the nose to walking over broken glass, this fearless daredevil is a real life female JACKASS .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .