YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights. This light display, called auroras, maybe on the lesser photographed side of the Earth – but these pictures prove the Southern lights are just as impressive. They are especially striking when set against the famous Southern Cross star constellation. The dazzling pictures of auroras on the other side of the planet were taken on the Australian island of Tasmania by local horticulturalist Jonathan Esling, 33. ‘Quite often people are unaware that auroras can even be seen from Tasmanian,’ said Jonathan. Taken on 01/05/13.
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
A British photographer has captured the beauty of London in a stunning series of landscapes shots .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .