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
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .
A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
STARING open-mouthed into the camera, this shocked fish looks out of place in the middle of its angry friends .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .