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
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
A professional dancer has embraced her individuality after refusing plastic surgery to remove a giant birthmark on her face .
A Canadian woman who is obsessed with all things mythical has had her ears cut and shaped to look like an ELF .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
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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 .
A BLIND man was battered with a brick in a sickening attack by two thugs .
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A British photographer has captured the beauty of London in a stunning series of landscapes shots .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
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