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.
With luminous colours and alien- like features, these magical mushrooms look like they belong on another planet .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
Fetching a tiny carrot and a head-shaped snowball, a red squirrel builds the perfect snowman .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
GLIDING through the water, these delightful frogs show off their vibrant colours as they practice their FROG crawl .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .