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
NOT YOUR everyday selfie, this plucky diver poses with some of the scariest predators in the ocean .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
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 .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and for this greedy camel he can't get enough of his morning feed, as he gate crashes his owner's mealtime .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
A cheeky owl fancies a game of hide and seek as it peeps out from behind a tree .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .