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 group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
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 .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
INSIDE Britain's last Naval hospital where scurvy was cured looks like an NHS time capsule .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .