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.
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
HUNDREDS of colour coordinated yarns lie abandoned in this once thriving textile mill .