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.
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - FUNKY BUMP: FROM MIRROR bellies to rainbow bumps these pregnancy casts of stone and bronze could be the funkiest way to preserve your bump for posterity .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
