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 .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS - 250 DRIVERS ARRESTED FOR STREET RACING IN BIRMINGHAM- In Pic - The start line on the Heartlands Parkway Nechels Birmingham .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .