guardian:Before we get fully into election mode. Take a look...

guardian:

Before we get fully into election mode. Take a look at some of these stunning shots from the

Mammals runner-up: Ole Jørgen Liodden, Norway. Photograph: Ole Jørgen Liodden/2012 GDT European Wildlife Photographer
Other animals category runner-up: First kiss by Klaus Tamm, Germany Photograph: Klaus Tamm/2012 GDT European Wildlife Photographer
Underwater world winner: The pursuit by Cristobal Serrano, SpainPhotograph: Cristobal Serrano/2012 GDT European Wildlife Photographer
Birds highly commended: Back front back by Jerome Guillaumot, France Photograph: Jerome Guillaumot/2012 GDT European Wildlife Photographer
Photograph: Overall winner: The Stargazer by Tommy Vikars, Finland Tommy Vikars/2012 GDT European Wildlife Photographer