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 baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
IN THE not so MISTY MOUNTAINS of Wiltshire, there lies an abandoned hobbit house .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
Blonde teen Jess Stubbs has certainly got girl power - as Britain’s youngest TRUCKER .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
These images of vintage cars, bikes and vans, pictured all over the world, could easily have come from a globetrotting petrol-head’s photo album .