A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light. The remarkable scene, known as the Northern Lights or aurora borealis, is a lot closer to home than some might expect, and can be seen from the Isle of Lewis, Scotland. These beautiful images were taken by Scottish fish and chip shop owner Colin Cameron, 37. Having fallen in love with the natural phenomenon at a young age, the Isle of Lewis native wanted to capture the aurora sky in all its glory.
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 .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
A host of websites that are almost twenty years old are collecting a cult following thanks to their retro appeal .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
This brave Hyena finally catches his pray among the thousands of flamingos, Lake Nakuru, Kenya - OUTNUMBERED among thousands of flamingos, this bold hyena is not put off from hunting for a morning snack .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .