YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights. This light display, called auroras, maybe on the lesser photographed side of the Earth – but these pictures prove the Southern lights are just as impressive. They are especially striking when set against the famous Southern Cross star constellation. The dazzling pictures of auroras on the other side of the planet were taken on the Australian island of Tasmania by local horticulturalist Jonathan Esling, 33. ‘Quite often people are unaware that auroras can even be seen from Tasmanian,’ said Jonathan. Taken on 01/05/13.
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .