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
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
It’s a role reversal in the Visayan Sea as HUNDREDS of tiny, glistening eggs are carried around inside the mouth of their cardinalfish father .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
A mischievous fox cub demonstrates his playful side by biting his sibling’s tail .
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .