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.
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
Sitting all alone on drift ice in the Arctic Ocean, this lonely little fella looks lost .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
A Canadian couple celebrated their engagement by recreating iconic moments from the film The Notebook .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .