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
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert .
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
