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 chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
Sam Notaro built his own flood defences to protect his four-bedroom home in Moorland, Somerset Flooding is likely to get worse around Somerset as groundwater levels continue to rise .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .