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
THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
BASKING in smug satisfaction, a confident squirrel gives a wink to the camera .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .
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A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .