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
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
TUGGING at his exhausted mum's ears, a beautiful baby orangutan refuses to settle for a nap as he begins a game of peek-a-boo .
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
PERCHED on a branch, these two frogs hold hands as they look into the camera .
Here's a collection of art for the DIGIT-AL age as these fascinating illusions of landmarks, places and even a banana are made using just a pair of hands .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .