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 puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
SWIMMING next to 40 tonne whales, dare-devil divers take the plunge with these gentle giants of the sea .
Is your cat bored? Do his usual playthings simply not do it for him anymore? Not to worry - there's an app for that .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
A BRITISH couple are the first to tie the knot inside an enormous GLACIER in Iceland .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
