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
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
SWIMMING in unison, millions of silverside fish dwarf the divers .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
A luxury caravan with a price tag of ONE MILLION DOLLARS is due to hit the road later this year .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
Sitting all alone on drift ice in the Arctic Ocean, this lonely little fella looks lost .