From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States. The breath-taking images were taken by Randy P. Martin, 30, of Portland, Oregon, who travelled hundreds of miles across America and documented the most diverse and beautiful settings along the way. For Randy, the past year has seen him undertake countless road trips, navigate his route with maps made from napkins - with the help of Google Earth, walk miles across fields of lava rock and wake at 3am to see sunrise at 14,000 feet
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
PICKING up a tiny tea-pot with its paws, a little red squirrel struggles to prepare its morning tea .
A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
A diving guide leaves a shark completely docile and balanced in the palm of his hand .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
