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
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .
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LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
WITH SNOW COVERING the ground around them, these two polar bears play fight .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
A cricket perches on an unusual seat after crawling up the snout of a crocodile .
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