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 praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
SPURTING water 20ft into the air, this is one well you wouldn't want to dip your bucket into .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
It’s a role reversal in the Visayan Sea as HUNDREDS of tiny, glistening eggs are carried around inside the mouth of their cardinalfish father .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
