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
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
DIPPING and diving their way through this bumpy journey, these giraffe's duck for cover as they dodge multiple cables and wires .
SWIMMING slowly towards the shore, a small group of bottlenose dolphins arrive for breakfast at a beach in Western Australia .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .