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
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
FROM COLOURFUL autumn leaves to living trees at first glance you might miss these people blended with nature .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
COURAGEOUS climbers descend 400 metres as they manoeuvre their way through thick walls of ice .
HEART-MELTING shots of a French bulldog and a ten-month-old French baby could be the cutest you’re likely to see .
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
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 .