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 mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .
A brave leopard kicks back and relaxes in the sunshine - just inches from an enormous crocodile .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
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 .