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 .
A Romanian photographer has captured the unique patterns of hundreds of human eyes in a series of striking macro shots .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
PEACE and love filled the 1980’s Glastonbury fields as relaxed festival goers kicked back and soaked up the atmosphere .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
FORGET Thorpe Park this summer as this is a 50 mile-per-hour ride over the Colorado River CANYON .