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Walking The Divide: Nicosia, The World’s Last Divided Capital
NICOSIA, CYPRUS – OCTOBER 21, 2025:
A sign on a door reading 'Forget the dog, beware of the wife' is seen on a house near the meeting point close to the Ledra (Lokmaci) Street crossing that connects the Republic of Cyprus–controlled south with the northern part of Nicosia, administered by the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), recognized only by Turkey, on October 21, 2025. The island has remained divided by a United Nations-controlled buffer zone since 1974. (Photo by STR/NurPhoto) -
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Daily Life In Krakow
KRAKOW, POLAND – AUGUST 28:
A porcelain pole-dancing cow is displayed in a tourist shop window in Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland, on August 28, 2025. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto) -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 17 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 17 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 16 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 16 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 16 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 16 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 16 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 15 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 15 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 14 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 14 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 13 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 13 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 13 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 12 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 10 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
**Editorial Use Only** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 09 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
DUK10144361_008
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 09 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
DUK10145269_009
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
**Editorial Use Only** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
DUK10145269_008
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
**Editorial Use Only** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
(c) Dukas -
DUK10145269_007
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
**Editorial Use Only** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10145269_006
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10145269_005
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10145269_004
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10145269_003
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10145269_001
FEATURE - Braunbärenjungen sehen aus, als würden sie für Tanzwettbewerb üben
These brown bear cubs look like they are practicing for Strictly Come Dancing.
Wildlife photographer Nick Kleer captured the scene in Alaska. He also observed them having a fun play-fight.
He explains: “There is nothing better, in my opinion, than being on foot, armed with nothing but a camera, with wild animals. Lying on my stomach watching these bear cubs play whilst their mother was feeding just metres away is up there with the best experiences I have ever had.”
Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
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Where: Alaska, United States
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Nick Kleer/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10144361_012
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 07 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10144361_005
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 04 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10144361_004
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 03 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10144361_006
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 01 Jul 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10144361_003
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 30 Jun 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10144361_002
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 30 Jun 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10144361_001
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 30 Jun 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10143189_001
FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
THIS PICTURE: One baboon from the troop has had enough with the youngster's antics and grabs it by the tail and starts pulling it in the direction of travel.
....
STORY CAPTION:
If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 28 May 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
**Editorial Use Only** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10144361_007
FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 07 May 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10143189_004
FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
THIS PICTURE: One baboon from the troop has had enough with the youngster's antics and grabs it by the tail and starts pulling it in the direction of travel.
....
STORY CAPTION:
If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 20 Apr 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10143189_003
FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
THIS PICTURE: One baboon from the troop has had enough with the youngster's antics and grabs it by the tail and starts pulling it in the direction of travel.
....
STORY CAPTION:
If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 20 Apr 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
**Editorial Use Only** (FOTO: DUKAS/COVER IMAGES)
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DUK10143189_002
FEATURE - Renitenter junger Pavian wird an seinem Schwanz mitgeschleift
If you struggled to get the kids back to school, then you know the feeling!
These hilarious pictures show a cheeky young chacma baboon being dragged by its tail.
Photographer Michelle Storm captured the scene in South Africa’s Kruger National Park in April 2021.
She explains:
I took these photographs during the daily morning dispersal of the baboons. During the night they often sleep in large groups on high rocks or in tall trees to avoid nocturnal predators.
The morning dispersal from the sleeping site is synchronised, with all the members leaving at the same time. They will then forage during the day and return to the sleep site during the late afternoon.
This process can be very entertaining to watch as there is a lot of running, playing, fighting going on. In this case, the whole troop were on the move, but this youngster was causing chaos.
First hitching a ride on mum's back, then decided to get off and started pestering the rest of the troop until one baboon had enough and grabbed it by the tail and started pulling it in the direction of travel.
Where: Kruger National Park , South Africa
When: 20 Apr 2021
Credit: Michelle Storm/Cover-Images.com
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DUK10141809_006
FEATURE - Im kältesten Zoo der Welt: Eisbärmama Kolymana mit ihrem Nachwuchs im sibirischen Yakutsk
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THIS PICTURE: Mother bear Kolymana is on the right of the frame.
...
A mother polar bear is pictured ‘laughing’ with her cub – an especially poignant sight as she was found as a cub alone and abandoned in the middle of the Arctic.
Photographer Natalia Okoneshnikova captured images of Kolymana, an eight-year-old mother who lives with her two cubs at the Orto-Doydu Zoo in Yaktusk, Russia, the coldest zoo in the world.
At the end of March, Natalia and her family were at the zoo, when the priceless moments occurred.
Natalia, normally a successful food photographer, explains: “When else will polar bears pose for you so long, diligently and directly? Or rather, a mother and child, who hugged and frolicked right in front of my camera, under my nose. This happens infrequently, a coincidence. They have a fairly large aviary with a pool, and they usually walk somewhere in the distance. In the summer, the bears are grimy or wet after swimming, in the winter it is foggy, and in the spring, on the snow, they are white and clean! Plus, such a good morning light, they came so close, in a great mood - Mom even clapped her hands."
On April 12, 2012, a bear patrol discovered a lonely polar bear cub in the middle of the Arctic desert. This alarmed the rescuers, and for some time they watched the baby's movements, but its mother never showed up.
Rescuers took the bear and named her Kolymana after the river where she was found. She was nursed back to health for several months and later homed in the Yakutsk zoo. Kolymana has since given birth to two cubs, the first in 2017 and the other one in 2020.
When: 20 Mar 2021
Credit: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** *** Local Caption *** 31712810
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DUK10141809_003
FEATURE - Im kältesten Zoo der Welt: Eisbärmama Kolymana mit ihrem Nachwuchs im sibirischen Yakutsk
SONDERKONDITIONEN: Satzpreis!
THIS PICTURE: Mother bear Kolymana is on the right of the frame.
...
A mother polar bear is pictured ‘laughing’ with her cub – an especially poignant sight as she was found as a cub alone and abandoned in the middle of the Arctic.
Photographer Natalia Okoneshnikova captured images of Kolymana, an eight-year-old mother who lives with her two cubs at the Orto-Doydu Zoo in Yaktusk, Russia, the coldest zoo in the world.
At the end of March, Natalia and her family were at the zoo, when the priceless moments occurred.
Natalia, normally a successful food photographer, explains: “When else will polar bears pose for you so long, diligently and directly? Or rather, a mother and child, who hugged and frolicked right in front of my camera, under my nose. This happens infrequently, a coincidence. They have a fairly large aviary with a pool, and they usually walk somewhere in the distance. In the summer, the bears are grimy or wet after swimming, in the winter it is foggy, and in the spring, on the snow, they are white and clean! Plus, such a good morning light, they came so close, in a great mood - Mom even clapped her hands."
On April 12, 2012, a bear patrol discovered a lonely polar bear cub in the middle of the Arctic desert. This alarmed the rescuers, and for some time they watched the baby's movements, but its mother never showed up.
Rescuers took the bear and named her Kolymana after the river where she was found. She was nursed back to health for several months and later homed in the Yakutsk zoo. Kolymana has since given birth to two cubs, the first in 2017 and the other one in 2020.
When: 20 Mar 2021
Credit: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** *** Local Caption *** 31712809
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DUK10141809_002
FEATURE - Im kältesten Zoo der Welt: Eisbärmama Kolymana mit ihrem Nachwuchs im sibirischen Yakutsk
SONDERKONDITIONEN: Satzpreis!
THIS PICTURE: Mother bear Kolymana is on the right of the frame.
...
A mother polar bear is pictured ‘laughing’ with her cub – an especially poignant sight as she was found as a cub alone and abandoned in the middle of the Arctic.
Photographer Natalia Okoneshnikova captured images of Kolymana, an eight-year-old mother who lives with her two cubs at the Orto-Doydu Zoo in Yaktusk, Russia, the coldest zoo in the world.
At the end of March, Natalia and her family were at the zoo, when the priceless moments occurred.
Natalia, normally a successful food photographer, explains: “When else will polar bears pose for you so long, diligently and directly? Or rather, a mother and child, who hugged and frolicked right in front of my camera, under my nose. This happens infrequently, a coincidence. They have a fairly large aviary with a pool, and they usually walk somewhere in the distance. In the summer, the bears are grimy or wet after swimming, in the winter it is foggy, and in the spring, on the snow, they are white and clean! Plus, such a good morning light, they came so close, in a great mood - Mom even clapped her hands."
On April 12, 2012, a bear patrol discovered a lonely polar bear cub in the middle of the Arctic desert. This alarmed the rescuers, and for some time they watched the baby's movements, but its mother never showed up.
Rescuers took the bear and named her Kolymana after the river where she was found. She was nursed back to health for several months and later homed in the Yakutsk zoo. Kolymana has since given birth to two cubs, the first in 2017 and the other one in 2020.
When: 20 Mar 2021
Credit: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** *** Local Caption *** 31712808
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DUK10141809_005
FEATURE - Im kältesten Zoo der Welt: Eisbärmama Kolymana mit ihrem Nachwuchs im sibirischen Yakutsk
SONDERKONDITIONEN: Satzpreis!
THIS PICTURE: Mother bear Kolymana is on the right of the frame.
...
A mother polar bear is pictured ‘laughing’ with her cub – an especially poignant sight as she was found as a cub alone and abandoned in the middle of the Arctic.
Photographer Natalia Okoneshnikova captured images of Kolymana, an eight-year-old mother who lives with her two cubs at the Orto-Doydu Zoo in Yaktusk, Russia, the coldest zoo in the world.
At the end of March, Natalia and her family were at the zoo, when the priceless moments occurred.
Natalia, normally a successful food photographer, explains: “When else will polar bears pose for you so long, diligently and directly? Or rather, a mother and child, who hugged and frolicked right in front of my camera, under my nose. This happens infrequently, a coincidence. They have a fairly large aviary with a pool, and they usually walk somewhere in the distance. In the summer, the bears are grimy or wet after swimming, in the winter it is foggy, and in the spring, on the snow, they are white and clean! Plus, such a good morning light, they came so close, in a great mood - Mom even clapped her hands."
On April 12, 2012, a bear patrol discovered a lonely polar bear cub in the middle of the Arctic desert. This alarmed the rescuers, and for some time they watched the baby's movements, but its mother never showed up.
Rescuers took the bear and named her Kolymana after the river where she was found. She was nursed back to health for several months and later homed in the Yakutsk zoo. Kolymana has since given birth to two cubs, the first in 2017 and the other one in 2020.
When: 20 Mar 2021
Credit: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com
**MANDATORY CREDIT: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission** *** Local Caption *** 31712807
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DUK10141809_007
FEATURE - Im kältesten Zoo der Welt: Eisbärmama Kolymana mit ihrem Nachwuchs im sibirischen Yakutsk
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A mother polar bear is pictured ‘laughing’ with her cub – an especially poignant sight as she was found as a cub alone and abandoned in the middle of the Arctic.
Photographer Natalia Okoneshnikova captured images of Kolymana, an eight-year-old mother who lives with her two cubs at the Orto-Doydu Zoo in Yaktusk, Russia, the coldest zoo in the world.
At the end of March, Natalia and her family were at the zoo, when the priceless moments occurred.
Natalia, normally a successful food photographer, explains: “When else will polar bears pose for you so long, diligently and directly? Or rather, a mother and child, who hugged and frolicked right in front of my camera, under my nose. This happens infrequently, a coincidence. They have a fairly large aviary with a pool, and they usually walk somewhere in the distance. In the summer, the bears are grimy or wet after swimming, in the winter it is foggy, and in the spring, on the snow, they are white and clean! Plus, such a good morning light, they came so close, in a great mood - Mom even clapped her hands."
On April 12, 2012, a bear patrol discovered a lonely polar bear cub in the middle of the Arctic desert. This alarmed the rescuers, and for some time they watched the baby's movements, but its mother never showed up.
Rescuers took the bear and named her Kolymana after the river where she was found. She was nursed back to health for several months and later homed in the Yakutsk zoo. Kolymana has since given birth to two cubs, the first in 2017 and the other one in 2020.
When: 20 Mar 2021
Credit: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Im kältesten Zoo der Welt: Eisbärmama Kolymana mit ihrem Nachwuchs im sibirischen Yakutsk
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A mother polar bear is pictured ‘laughing’ with her cub – an especially poignant sight as she was found as a cub alone and abandoned in the middle of the Arctic.
Photographer Natalia Okoneshnikova captured images of Kolymana, an eight-year-old mother who lives with her two cubs at the Orto-Doydu Zoo in Yaktusk, Russia, the coldest zoo in the world.
At the end of March, Natalia and her family were at the zoo, when the priceless moments occurred.
Natalia, normally a successful food photographer, explains: “When else will polar bears pose for you so long, diligently and directly? Or rather, a mother and child, who hugged and frolicked right in front of my camera, under my nose. This happens infrequently, a coincidence. They have a fairly large aviary with a pool, and they usually walk somewhere in the distance. In the summer, the bears are grimy or wet after swimming, in the winter it is foggy, and in the spring, on the snow, they are white and clean! Plus, such a good morning light, they came so close, in a great mood - Mom even clapped her hands."
On April 12, 2012, a bear patrol discovered a lonely polar bear cub in the middle of the Arctic desert. This alarmed the rescuers, and for some time they watched the baby's movements, but its mother never showed up.
Rescuers took the bear and named her Kolymana after the river where she was found. She was nursed back to health for several months and later homed in the Yakutsk zoo. Kolymana has since given birth to two cubs, the first in 2017 and the other one in 2020.
When: 20 Mar 2021
Credit: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Im kältesten Zoo der Welt: Eisbärmama Kolymana mit ihrem Nachwuchs im sibirischen Yakutsk
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THIS PICTURE: Mother bear Kolymana is on the right of the frame.
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A mother polar bear is pictured ‘laughing’ with her cub – an especially poignant sight as she was found as a cub alone and abandoned in the middle of the Arctic.
Photographer Natalia Okoneshnikova captured images of Kolymana, an eight-year-old mother who lives with her two cubs at the Orto-Doydu Zoo in Yaktusk, Russia, the coldest zoo in the world.
At the end of March, Natalia and her family were at the zoo, when the priceless moments occurred.
Natalia, normally a successful food photographer, explains: “When else will polar bears pose for you so long, diligently and directly? Or rather, a mother and child, who hugged and frolicked right in front of my camera, under my nose. This happens infrequently, a coincidence. They have a fairly large aviary with a pool, and they usually walk somewhere in the distance. In the summer, the bears are grimy or wet after swimming, in the winter it is foggy, and in the spring, on the snow, they are white and clean! Plus, such a good morning light, they came so close, in a great mood - Mom even clapped her hands."
On April 12, 2012, a bear patrol discovered a lonely polar bear cub in the middle of the Arctic desert. This alarmed the rescuers, and for some time they watched the baby's movements, but its mother never showed up.
Rescuers took the bear and named her Kolymana after the river where she was found. She was nursed back to health for several months and later homed in the Yakutsk zoo. Kolymana has since given birth to two cubs, the first in 2017 and the other one in 2020.
When: 20 Mar 2021
Credit: Natalie Okoneshnikova/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 15 Mar 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Eichhörnchen an den eigenen Olympischen Spielen
Ready for the Olympics? These sporty squirrels certainly are.
These hilarious images are the work of animal photographer Geert Weggen.
He creates quirky scenes by placing tiny props and getting garden squirrels to interact.
The 52-year-old from Bispgarden, Sweden, explains: "For many years I did not see big sport events, but when the Euro football tournament was almost towards an end, I started to see some matches and liked it. But it was too late to do a squirrel series and so I thought that I would do an Olympic series instead, because I had about 3 weeks left for this event.
“There about 10 different squirrels, both young and old ones. To make them trust me, most of the time I move slowly and be very quiet. I show up often so that they get used to me. Also, in not giving them attention sometimes and doing other things, that can make them curious. And food helps, of course. When they understand that I am the one putting out food, the trust comes easier.
“I would say the boxing set-up is my favourite. I had this idea for years and made the props and bought the gloves many years ago, but never started to work at it I never saw this idea before in photography, and that made my choice.”
Where: Bispgården, Jämtland, Sweden
When: 15 Mar 2021
Credit: Geert Weggen/Cover-Images.com
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FEATURE - Der unglückliche Frosch wird von einem indischen Walzenvogel verspeist
Don’t show Miss Piggy! This unfortunate frog was pictured after being caught by an Indian roller bird.
Karthik Sriraman shot the scene in the grasslands near his home city of Chennai, India.
He explains: “I travelled for 100kms and reached the destination outside the city. It was a usual day searching for birds and I found this Indian roller perching for some time. I was taking some portrait shots, but after a few minutes it flew away swiftly and landed on the grass with its eyes locked on the frog. I witnessed this amazing scene where the roller was hitting the frog on the ground hard enough to neutralise its movements, and while doing so suddenly it turned towards me and posed with that deadly stare. It was an amazing moment in my life as a wildlife photographer.”
Where: Chennai, India
When: 08 Mar 2021
Credit: Karthik Sriraman/Cover-Images.com
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