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
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
TENNIS was a game made for three according to the first Victorian rule book .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
Ever wished you could live in a house just like Barbie's? Canadian sculptor Heather Benning has created the life-size dollhouse of her dreams out a derelict building .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .
A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
WITH LUSH GREEN LANDSCAPES stretching out as far as the eye can see, you're in for a treat at these one of a kind treehouses .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .