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.
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
A Little owl looks down the lens of a camera and gives the photographer a cheeky wink .
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 .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .