When Poodles Are Transformed Into Pandas, Horses and Snails

They may resemble pandas, buffalos and camels - but these animals are actually poodles, all competing for the title of top dog at 'creative grooming' shows across the U.S.

Something of a canine fancy dress contest, it takes just two hours for owners to transform their pets, which are sheared and coloured to achieve each look.

Some of the most imaginative ideas have included a snail, an American football player and even Pirates of the Caribbean character Jack Sparrow.

Rainbow River

The Caño Cristales is a river of Colombia about 100 km long that is located in the Sierra de la Macarena. It was called the “River of five colors” or the most beautiful river in the world. Normally, the Caño Cristales is indistinguishable from another river. However, for a short period each year, thanks to its red, yellow, green and blue algae, the river "flourishes" in a rainbow of colors. It can be said that the river is the biological heritage of humanity.

Aerosmith's Steven Tyler's Fall From Stage

Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler's fall from the stage at a South Dakota show caught on tape. Tyler suffered head, neck and shoulder injuries and the band postponed its next concert.

Giant Waterslide Jump

Since the dawn of time, man has battled the forces of gravity. We've built gliders, wings and contraptions of all sorts

Most Unusual Swimming Pools

Feather Paintings

The art of painting on feathers has survived as one of the finest arts practiced in many countries. Each artist uses different paint and has his or her own tricks to make the miniature picture show to its best advantage on the chosen feather