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 GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
A BRITISH couple are the first to tie the knot inside an enormous GLACIER in Iceland .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
NOT YOUR everyday selfie, this plucky diver poses with some of the scariest predators in the ocean .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
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