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.
Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
A kingfisher’s bright blue and orange feathers glisten in the sunlight as the bird dives into a lake .
A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .
Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .
A photographer has captured stunning photographs of the Milky Way above picturesque landscapes in the UK and Italy .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
LUMINOUS green rocks could easily be a beach from Superman's homeland of Krypton .
These beautiful photographs show how these playful pods of dolphins make their own fun by gliding, flipping and spinning through the air whilst enjoying the sun on their backs .