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
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
Beautiful turquoise waves rise and fall in a series of stunning images taken along the coastline of south-eastern Australia .
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
WELCOME to the Temple of Zoom where you can “experience” sliding down a Mayan temple into shark infested waters .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
A photographer has captured spellbinding images of stars swirling above the English countryside .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .