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
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
ARMED with her camera, bikini and flippers, this brave diver goes swimming with SHARKS .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
A TAXIDERMY truck spotted in America’s Deep South could be the most gruesome wagon on the road .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
The rock restaurant, located in Zanzibar – THIS unique restaurant really does boast breath-taking views - as it is perched on a rock in the middle of the sea .
If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .
A BAMBI was dramatically caught in mid-air by a greedy Nile crocodile in a once-in-a-million flying pincer move .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .