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.
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 .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
ESCAPING A LANDFILL FUTURE, these amazing science fiction inspired sculptures are made from everyday objects .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
