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
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .
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 .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
A lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
