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.
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
A Romanian photographer has captured the unique patterns of hundreds of human eyes in a series of striking macro shots .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
This is the moment a nimble red fox and a lumbering Alaskan brown bear were locked in a tense stand-off .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .