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
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
This was the chaotic scene when the driver of a 4x4 vehicle became periously trapped under his vehicle for an HOUR when it overturned after a crash on a busy motorway .
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 .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
WITH his spiked ears and yellow and blue body, a colourful monkey bears an uncanny resemblance to Marvel Comics’ Wolverine .
A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .
Here's a collection of art for the DIGIT-AL age as these fascinating illusions of landmarks, places and even a banana are made using just a pair of hands .