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.
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 .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .