A diver looks like a minnow as she swims alongside a gigantic whale shark, the largest species of fish on the planet. The docile giant, weighing a massive 66,000lbs, happily shares its waters during dinner time. The whale shark is a filter feeder and consumes plankton and small fish by swimming with its formidable jaws open. The amazing images were taken by Belgian photographer Ellen Cuylaerts, 44, on a trip to Isla Mujeres, Mexico.
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .