STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow. With his chin resting on his paws, the furry giant looks like he has a lot to think about in Wapusk National Park, located in northern Manitoba, Canada. These photographs were taken by 39-year-old professional photographer Alberto Ghizzi Panizza, while on a seven day trip to the park. At times Alberto, of Parma, Italy, was just three metres away from the polar bears.
This daredevil wildebeest tried a walk on the wild side - straight into the snatches of a huge 18 foot crocodile .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
Heart pounding, Rebecca Cain jumped as a car door slammed on the street outside .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
Say cheese! This cheeky chappy isn’t in the mood to live up to his scary reputation as he is pictured here cracking a killer smile as he goes about his daily business .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
FROM ICE bubbles to boiling lava, these photographs highlight the stunning shapes and patterns found in nature .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
A woman has lost a massive 15st after beating her addiction to cheese .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .