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.
WELCOME to the drawing room that is home to the £100K world’s greatest collection of Margaret Thatcher autographed objects .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .