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
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
Soldiers standing guard outside the Woolwich barracks in London - Two terror suspects are under armed guard in separate hospitals in London after a serving soldier was hacked to death in the street .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
