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
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
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INSIDE Britain's last Naval hospital where scurvy was cured looks like an NHS time capsule .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .