SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height. Residing next to a small stream in East Java, Indonesia, the two look happy as they relax in each other’s company. This moment was caught on camera by Indonesian photographer Monica Anantyowati, 42, after she spotted the brave ladybird looking for a free ride on this turtle near her home in Malang.
CARRYING a fully grown goat on his back, this five-year-old boy is a child shepherd in the mountains of northern Ethiopia .
THIS is the shocking moment a clumsy radio newsreader plunged into a freezing canal while texting her boyfriend instead of looking where she was going .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
CLINGING onto nothing but ice, this brave climber reaches heights of 1000 FEET as he scales frozen solid waterfalls .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
