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 little caterpillar fearlessly scampers down a branch and confronts a praying mantis .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
FULL OF STUNNING colours and swirling shapes, the furrows on these fields create a mix of mesmerising patterns .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
LEAPING for joy five-feet above the waves this baby whale cutie is saying HELLO to its family after being lost .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .