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
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
VIBRANT bursts of colour fill the screen as beautiful flowers blossom in these time-lapse videos .
A grey whale and her calf greet an audience of awestruck admirers on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico .
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ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
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