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 blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
A chipmunk, with his cheeks full to bursting, has no intention of leaving with an empty stomach .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
A BABY-faced burglar is starting a seven year stretch in custody after being nabbed by a Jaffa Cake .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
A dog was SOW close to death after she dangerously swallowed a two-inch NEEDLE-Cute Shih Tzu Daisy could have pierced her intestines after eating the long needle and thread after finding it on the carpet .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
SNOWBOARDING in your £2,000 wedding dress sounds like a nightmare for most brides .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .