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 baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
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 .
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
Say cheese! This cheeky chappy isn’t in the mood to live up to his scary reputation as he is pictured here cracking a killer smile as he goes about his daily business .
A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .