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 .
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 .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .