An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water. The supernatural scene on the east coast of Australia was caused by millions of plankton omitting light. The plankton, pictured in Jervis Bay, New South Wales, were photographed by Andy Hutchinson. Andy, of Berry, Australia, says: “These bio-luminescent plankton are tiny creatures called dinoflagellates, which emit light in order to evade predators.
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
COURAGEOUS climbers descend 400 metres as they manoeuvre their way through thick walls of ice .
PEACE and love filled the 1980’s Glastonbury fields as relaxed festival goers kicked back and soaked up the atmosphere .
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 .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .