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 pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .
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A diver looks like a minnow as she swims alongside a gigantic whale shark, the largest species of fish on the planet .
A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
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RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
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From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .