IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA. However this natural wonder is in fact on planet earth inside of a grotto containing hundreds of thousands of Glowworms. Tourists are dazzled as they sail through the world's only cave that is filled with the incandescent insects. These amazing images are from the Waitomo Caves in New Zealand, a unique location formed from 30 million years of volcano activity.
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .
WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
WITH his spiked ears and yellow and blue body, a colourful monkey bears an uncanny resemblance to Marvel Comics’ Wolverine .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .