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.
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
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 .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
DIPPING and diving their way through this bumpy journey, these giraffe's duck for cover as they dodge multiple cables and wires .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .