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
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
A dog was SOW close to death after she dangerously swallowed a two-inch NEEDLE-Cute Shih Tzu Daisy could have pierced her intestines after eating the long needle and thread after finding it on the carpet .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .