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.
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
A lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
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THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
A TAXIDERMY truck spotted in America’s Deep South could be the most gruesome wagon on the road .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth .