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.
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .