SURREAL WILDLIFE

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.

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HOLY COW! DARING FARMERS IN THRILLING CATTLE RACE

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STUNNING ICEBERGS

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COUPLE RECREATE ICONIC SCENES FROM THE NOTEBOOK

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RESTLESS BEAR CUB

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CEMETERY FINES

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SMILEY GECKO POSES FOR THE CAMERA

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GIANT CANYON SWING

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BRITISH COUPLE FIRST TO TIE THE KNOT INSIDE A GLACIER

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