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 trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
ROLLING up snow in its tiny paws, this little squirrel is looking for a snowball fight .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
These photographs of extreme weather capture storms furiously rolling across the sky above America .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
This brave Hyena finally catches his pray among the thousands of flamingos, Lake Nakuru, Kenya - OUTNUMBERED among thousands of flamingos, this bold hyena is not put off from hunting for a morning snack .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
The lighthouses of Brittany, from Brest to Le Conquet, stand tall on France’s north-western coast against stunning scenery .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .