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. The luminous green lights that glow from the insects help to give the impression of an extract from a fairy-tale. The magical photographs were taken by photographer Takaaki Ishikawa, 55, on a trip to Nagoya City in Japan. 'Fireflies are very delicate creatures, so it is important to not catch or disturb them,' said Takaaki
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .
Struggling home entertainment chain Blockbuster has been slammed for advertising its workers' jobs while they are still in them in order to scare them into working harder .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
THIS astonishing film shows the moment a hit-and-run driver ploughed into a woman and a toddler on a Coventry street .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
Exploding out of the water, a great white shark performs a backflip during a hunt for seals .