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.
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
