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
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
THIS BIGFOOT 'Jesus bird' may look silly, but he's perfectly designed for walking on water .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
INSIDE Britain's last Naval hospital where scurvy was cured looks like an NHS time capsule .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .