IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA. However this natural wonder is in fact on planet earth inside of a grotto containing hundreds of thousands of Glowworms. Tourists are dazzled as they sail through the world's only cave that is filled with the incandescent insects. These amazing images are from the Waitomo Caves in New Zealand, a unique location formed from 30 million years of volcano activity.
An owl swoops through the air before making an unorthodox landing - right on top of an unsuspecting man's head .
AN underground HOBBIT motel inspired by JRR Tolkien is just one of the unique places to stay at the world's most unusual hotel complex .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
Bathers on a New Zealand beach stripped naked and took to the Pacific Ocean in an attempt to shatter the record for the world's largest skinny dip .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
A prolific drug dealer was caught red-handed in a car filled with amphetamines after he decided to park in a top copper's parking space - as a joke .
A mother is living in fear after the stalker she holds responsible for her daughter's death is back on the streets, after serving just one year in prison .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .