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
Armed with a snorkel, flippers and her skimpy bikini, an intrepid female free diver swims alongside an array of reef sharks .
A trout manages to escape the jaws of a hungry cormorant - only to find itself back inside the bird's long beak .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
LEAPING through the air this determined little mouse is on a mission for food .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
A TAXIDERMY truck spotted in America’s Deep South could be the most gruesome wagon on the road .