A rare butterfly has returned to the Lancashire countryside after a 100 year absence. The large heath butterfly is being reintroduced to Heysham Moss, Lancashire. This breed of butterfly was last recorded at the site at the beginning of the 20th century. The reintroduction project has involved Chester Zoo, Lancashire Wildlife Trust and funder Lancashire Environmental Fund.
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .
DIPPING and diving their way through this bumpy journey, these giraffe's duck for cover as they dodge multiple cables and wires .
TOMORROW (Saturday) marks the 28th anniversary of the nuclear disaster that left the city of Chernobyl devastated .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .