DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating. With his paws resting over the edge of the basin, he carefully recharges himself as he takes in his surroundings. The thirsty red squirrel was photographed by Dutch photographer and carpenter Geert Weggen in his garden in Bispgarden, Sweden.
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
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A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .