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.
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .