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
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
A hypnotherapist filmed himself sexually abusing a 19-year-old patient while she was in a trance-like state .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
This is the moment a nimble red fox and a lumbering Alaskan brown bear were locked in a tense stand-off .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
AN ARRAY of colours, from pinks to blues and oranges, fill the night sky to create an amazing collection of interstellar patterns .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory .
THIS incredible shimmer of silver fish mirrors the image of that of an underwater tornado .