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.
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
This longhorn beetle demon-strates a dark side as it looks just like the devil .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
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 .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .