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 blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
A Canadian couple celebrated their engagement by recreating iconic moments from the film The Notebook .
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze .