With luminous colours and alien- like features, these magical mushrooms look like they belong on another planet. These mesmorising pictures, however, capture the beautiful variety of fungi here on Earth. The incredible images were taken by Australian photographer Stephen Axford, 62, after he became familiar with the importance of fungi in everyday life, and decided to document it twelve years ago..
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
A luxury caravan with a price tag of ONE MILLION DOLLARS is due to hit the road later this year .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .