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 .

A BAMBI was dramatically caught in mid-air by a greedy Nile crocodile in a once-in-a-million flying pincer move .

Oday she is a picture of health - a happy, smiling child, enjoying life to the full .

SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .

A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .

BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .

Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .

THIS UNUSUAL collaboration between a mother and her two-year-old daughter makes for some stunning works of art .

This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .

These are the amazing close up pictures of North Korea's mass games - after photographers were previously banned from taking shots so close to the dazzling formation dances .

FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .

COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .