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
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
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SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
CCTV shows a dark figure dumping the dog- A pet dog suffering with cancer has been put down after being dumped at an animal rescue in what officials said is the worst abandonment of any animal they have witnessed .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .