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.
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
A dog was SOW close to death after she dangerously swallowed a two-inch NEEDLE-Cute Shih Tzu Daisy could have pierced her intestines after eating the long needle and thread after finding it on the carpet .