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
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
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 .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
THIS unique holiday accommodation allows you to enjoy a full Flintstones experience .
TOMORROW (Saturday) marks the 28th anniversary of the nuclear disaster that left the city of Chernobyl devastated .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .
A grey whale and her calf greet an audience of awestruck admirers on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .