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.
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
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WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - BACK TO THE FUTURE WITH AR' KID: A POSTAL SORTER has perfected the art of time travel by delivering images that are from the past .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .