Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest. The majestic photographs were captured by photographer Mars Lin, on a trip to the Dasyue Mountains, in Wulai, Taiwan. The 34-year-old says: “When I look at these photographs I feel peaceful, delighted and pure. “When you take a break and hold your breath and just look at how much beauty is surrounding you it’s astonishing.
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
A TAXIDERMY truck spotted in America’s Deep South could be the most gruesome wagon on the road .
At least three people have been killed and more than 100 injured, some seriously, in two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon .
MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .