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 .
This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
An Australian beach is illuminated by an enticing neon blue glow as a rare phenomenon lights up the water .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
