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
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
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 carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
An artist has transformed traditional Thanksgiving dinners into mini-masterpieces .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
WELCOME to the pretty 122-inch-tall red dwelling that lays claim to the title of the UK's smallest house .
WITH LUSH GREEN LANDSCAPES stretching out as far as the eye can see, you're in for a treat at these one of a kind treehouses .
A pair of BEAUTIFUL rescue sea turtles spot their catch in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .