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
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
Families in an Indian slum put their lives on the line by living on top of an ACTIVE railway track .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .