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 mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
PRANKSTER Dom Joly was so livid when he was slapped with a parking ticket that he took to Twitter to vent his anger – only to discover he was the victim of his own gag! The comic got a taste of his own medicine when he was tricked by a fellow joker for the first time in a decade .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
ARMED with her camera, bikini and flippers, this brave diver goes swimming with SHARKS .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .