An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert .

Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .

From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .

These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .

A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .

This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .

PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .

SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .

Red squirrels are well known for their intelligence and curiosity but when one snapper caught this furry little guy trying to take his own self-portrait he couldn't help but be taken aback .

A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .

CCTV shows a dark figure dumping the dog- A pet dog suffering with cancer has been put down after being dumped at an animal rescue in what officials said is the worst abandonment of any animal they have witnessed .

A mum has celebrated each of her four pregnancies with a host of wacky stunts - including acrobatics, aerial contortion, pole-dancing and risque photo shoots .