POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline.Exploding from the looming clouds, the flashes of lightning create an impressive display for the residents of Sassari, a city on the island of Sardinia, which sits to the west of Italy.Watching as bolts of lightning hit the Mediterranean Sea, photographer and student Daniele Macis stood on his rooftop and captured the phenomenon that took place earlier this month.
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
It's incredible to think anyone could live in such horrendous squalor - yet two men have been prosecuted for keeping their homes in such revolting conditions that it was no longer fit for their animals .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .