With luminous colours and alien- like features, these magical mushrooms look like they belong on another planet. These mesmorising pictures, however, capture the beautiful variety of fungi here on Earth. The incredible images were taken by Australian photographer Stephen Axford, 62, after he became familiar with the importance of fungi in everyday life, and decided to document it twelve years ago..
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
This was the chaotic scene when the driver of a 4x4 vehicle became periously trapped under his vehicle for an HOUR when it overturned after a crash on a busy motorway .
BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
GLAMPING is taken to a whole new level in the form of the luxurious Pop-Up Hotel .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .