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.
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
FROM a Kung-Fu professional to a mini incredible hulk, these are the babies you wouldn't want to mess with .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
A pair of BEAUTIFUL rescue sea turtles spot their catch in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .