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
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
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 .
HUNDREDS of colour coordinated yarns lie abandoned in this once thriving textile mill .
