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
NOT YOUR everyday selfie, this plucky diver poses with some of the scariest predators in the ocean .
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
HEART-MELTING shots of a French bulldog and a ten-month-old French baby could be the cutest you’re likely to see .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .
A TEN-THOUSAND square foot wide Avatar-style grove is such a beauty it will leave you feeling VINE .
SURROUNDED by divers, a hungry green sea turtle enjoys being the centre of attention .
A panic stricken kitten that got her head stuck in a car tyre has been freed by quick thinking RSPCA staff .
