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
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
LUMINOUS green rocks could easily be a beach from Superman's homeland of Krypton .
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 .
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A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .