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.
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WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits .
A once bustling gold rush town in Mono County, California now stands completed deserted .
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SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
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A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .