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 soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
VIBRANT bursts of colour fill the screen as beautiful flowers blossom in these time-lapse videos .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
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 .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .