Sam Notaro built his own flood defences to protect his four-bedroom home in Moorland, Somerset Flooding is likely to get worse around Somerset as groundwater levels continue to rise .

THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .

As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .

A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .

WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .

A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .

SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .

ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .

A Canadian couple celebrated their engagement by recreating iconic moments from the film The Notebook .

Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .

These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .

Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .