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.
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
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 .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .