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
VENTURING into the ocean with self-made spears and nets, the fishermen of Zanzibar put their lives on the line when they catch food for their families .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS - 250 DRIVERS ARRESTED FOR STREET RACING IN BIRMINGHAM- In Pic - The start line on the Heartlands Parkway Nechels Birmingham .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .