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.
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
LIKE A living balloon this baitball of sardines is ready to burst when threatened by a pointy nosed sailfish .
SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
SQUABBLING over the last piece of grain, these hungry squirrels are determined to stock up on as much food as possible .
From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .
A northern potoo shows it is a master of disguise as it perches on a tree stump and blends into the bark .
YOU’VE heard of the northern lights now feast your eyes on the natural wonder of the SOUTHERN lights .