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..
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A diver looks like a minnow as she swims alongside a gigantic whale shark, the largest species of fish on the planet .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .
PEACE and love filled the 1980’s Glastonbury fields as relaxed festival goers kicked back and soaked up the atmosphere .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
ESCAPING A LANDFILL FUTURE, these amazing science fiction inspired sculptures are made from everyday objects .
From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .