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 lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
PICKING up a tiny tea-pot with its paws, a little red squirrel struggles to prepare its morning tea .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .
TENNIS was a game made for three according to the first Victorian rule book .
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
