AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community. These surreal wildlife scenarios are the work of Swiss photographer John Wilhelm. The 43-year-old's passion for taking photos, along with a healthy dose of imagination, led him into the world of fantasy photography, where animals can accomplish incredible and sometimes controversial feats. For John, the only limit is his imagination.
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
FLAUNTING its new accessory, a fashionable green dumpy tree frog poses for the camera while wearing a SNAIL as a hat .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .