STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event. Shot over the Grand Canyon and even downtown Los Angeles, these amazing images of lightning were taken by American photographer Scott Stulberg, 57. His love of lightning led him to move to the state of Arizona, renowned for its high frequency of storms. ‘No matter where I am, I always feel like a little kid again when I see lightning,’says Scott, of Sedona, Arizona.
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
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 .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .