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.
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
A BAMBI was dramatically caught in mid-air by a greedy Nile crocodile in a once-in-a-million flying pincer move .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
