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 .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
