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.
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
CARRYING a fully grown goat on his back, this five-year-old boy is a child shepherd in the mountains of northern Ethiopia .
