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 cheeky gorilla sticks her tongue out and plays up for the camera at Bronx Zoo .
HUNDREDS of colour coordinated yarns lie abandoned in this once thriving textile mill .
A NINJA red squirrel cuts a dashing figure as the little fella jumps up to ten-feet between treetops in the Yorkshire Dales .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
A proud gorilla mum welcomes her newborn baby western lowland gorilla, a critically endangered species .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
