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 in the middle of a vast desert, an abandoned cinema is still waiting for its first movie to be screened .
A little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
A BROWN bear wades through waters in Alaska and waits for his lunch .
A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
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 .
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .