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 diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
Soldiers standing guard outside the Woolwich barracks in London - Two terror suspects are under armed guard in separate hospitals in London after a serving soldier was hacked to death in the street .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .