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.
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
VIBRANT bursts of colour fill the screen as beautiful flowers blossom in these time-lapse videos .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it .
Daniel Blore, 21, of Innage Crescent, Bridgnorth, stabbed his mother three times in the attack on January 11 this year, Stafford Crown Court heard .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
SPLASHING around in a paddling pool, this little elephant soaks up the sunshine .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .