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
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
Hot on the heels of a little rabbit, this cheetah is on a mission to catch his prey .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
BRAIDED, sculpted and beaded, these are the eye-catching hairstyles worn by the tribal women of Angola .
With a dust covered coat hung from a wardrobe door and a pair of glasses left on a shelf, a remote farmhouse lies abandoned in the Welsh countryside .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .