This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain. From Death Valley National Park in California to Mount Saint Helens in Washington, these stunning photos were taken by Ryan Dyar, of Seattle, Washington. The 30-year-old photographer has travelled coast to coast across America, capturing the natural beauty of the country along the way. He says, 'I try to bring three a dimensional sense of life to a two dimensional medium – almost as if you could walk into the frame.
A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .
An adorable black bear cub struggles to find the perfect spot for an afternoon nap as he wriggles around on the branch of a maple tree .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
SOARING through the air, a hungry white-tailed kite prepares to snatch a vole from his mother’s claws .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
SOARING through the air, this is the moment a hungry tawny owl arrives home with dinner .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .