CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE BUG KIND

THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth. The creepy-crawly bears a striking resemblance to the murderous creatures from the film Alien. However the insect’s intricate detail can not be seen by the human eye. Photographer Woe Hendrick explains how you need specialist kit to make this extraterrestrial sighting.

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PARROT RIDES ON THE TUBE

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CATERPILLAR AND MANTIS BATTLE IT OUT

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SPECTACULAR BODY ART

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MONKEY BATH

RAISING his foot into the air, this cheeky monkey offers an unusual wave.

ADORABLE SHELTER DOGS STRIKE A ‘PAWS’ TO FIND FOREVER HOMES

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RELAXING SNOW MONKEY

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FREEZING MANATEES STRUGGLE TO STAY WARM

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KUNG-FU FROG IMITATES KARATE KID

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