A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light. The night sky looks magical as hints of stars glisten amongst the colours. These spellbinding images of the Northern Lights were captured by Norwegian photographer Tor-Ivar Naess. Tor-Ivar developed a love for the Aurora Borealis after he became fascinated by the colour range of the natural phenomenon.
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
A striped marlin means business as it spots lunch and spears a small fish .
GETTING behind the camera, this monkey practices his photography skills on his friends .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .