Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions. The porcupines, after leaving their spikey mark, hurry away from the pack of big cats. But they are unable to escape when the pride's alpha male lion arrives and devours the retreating spine covered rodents. Amateur photographer and software tester Philip Eglise witness the battle during a trip to the Kalahari Desert, South Africa .
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
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 artist has transformed traditional Thanksgiving dinners into mini-masterpieces .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
