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.
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .
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 .
A frilled lizard appears to be belting out a tune as it sits in a tree with its mouth open wide .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
A BAMBI was dramatically caught in mid-air by a greedy Nile crocodile in a once-in-a-million flying pincer move .