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.
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
This frozen lighthouse in Michigan could easily be mistaken for a still from the snow swept disaster movie The Day After Tomorrow .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .