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
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A young otter wades through a lake with his eyes set on an older rival’s fish .
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A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
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PERCHED on a branch, these two frogs hold hands as they look into the camera .
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WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
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