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
WITH THEIR adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
An osprey soars through the air at 30 miles per hour before swooping down to catch its prey from a lake .
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 .
A BEAUTIFUL sight for the eyes and the imagination, these liquid sculptures take shape in many different colours and formations .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
A Birmingham man inspired by sci-fi film Wall-E, has created a one- wheeled vehicle, controlled by signals from his BRAIN .
POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .