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 northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .
AN ANGRY giraffe gave a bush-riding cyclist a scare when he stomped his £2K bike into the dirt .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
