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
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
PRANKSTER Dom Joly was so livid when he was slapped with a parking ticket that he took to Twitter to vent his anger – only to discover he was the victim of his own gag! The comic got a taste of his own medicine when he was tricked by a fellow joker for the first time in a decade .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
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SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
This hungry white tiger has just one thing on her mind - to taste fresh meat .