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.
The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .
Most people bend over backwards to keep children entertained, but this baboon show us how it’s done .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
FORGET Thorpe Park this summer as this is a 50 mile-per-hour ride over the Colorado River CANYON .
MOUTH OPEN wide, this little stoat appears to be in mid-song as he belts out a tune for his onlookers .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .