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
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
AN American accountant has grown the world's biggest MELON and smashed his way into the record books with his mammoth 350 .
Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .
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WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
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A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .