A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers. Swimming in the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Dominica, the sperm whale grew curious of his guests and headed towards them. These incredible photographs were taken by 44 year old Belgian Ellen Cuylaerts. The globetrotting photographer’s most recent travels brought her to Dominica in search of sperm whales.
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
DIVING boffins fired harpoons into 30-foot-long whale sharks in a bid to put the sea-beasts on Google Maps .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
A trout manages to escape the jaws of a hungry cormorant - only to find itself back inside the bird's long beak .
With luminous colours and alien- like features, these magical mushrooms look like they belong on another planet .