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
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
Balanced on one leg, a frog assumes the crane kick martial arts stance made famous in the movie The Karate Kid .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
