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.
A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
BEHIND the doors of this building, with its stacks of mattresses and discarded remains of wheelchairs, lies another victim of austerity cuts .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .
A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .