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
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
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 .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
BREATHING life back into old photographs, these black and white images are transformed by colour .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .
A GLOWING range of greens and blues sweep across the sky in a spectacular display of light .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
A grey whale and her calf greet an audience of awestruck admirers on the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
A Canadian couple celebrated their engagement by recreating iconic moments from the film The Notebook .