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 soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
A lazy tree frog, tired of hopping along a branch, chooses the slowest form of transport when it jumps on top of an unsuspecting snail .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
HOPPING onto the scales, these adorable baby Humboldt penguins are ready for their first weigh-in .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state .