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
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory .
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
The claws come out at meal time as a group of white tailed eagles brawl over road-kill .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
A pair of BEAUTIFUL rescue sea turtles spot their catch in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef .
Here's a collection of art for the DIGIT-AL age as these fascinating illusions of landmarks, places and even a banana are made using just a pair of hands .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .