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 brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
ESCAPING A LANDFILL FUTURE, these amazing science fiction inspired sculptures are made from everyday objects .
SNUGGLING up against their teddy bears, these baby sloths could easily be mistaken for one of the cuddly toys .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .
THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .