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A Joshua tree bends over a Mohave yucca plant in Joshua Tree National Park, California National Geographic

"The Mobabe Depression in Botswana is a special place - I’ve spent a few months there in total and I'm always blown away by the sheer number of elephants… ⁠ ⁠ There’s something really peaceful and fulfilling about findin…

Box jellyfish (Cubozoa) are infamous for their overpoweringly painful venom, which is considered to be among the most deadly in the world. Their venom contains toxins that attack the heart, nervous system, and skin cells…

Baja California is a hidden gem to visit rich in marine wildlife. One of the more common animal species to see are the Gray whale. These whales come to these protected waters to mate and breed their young. The next time…

Just popping in! Close up of a Nile crocodile. National Geographic

A brown bear enjoys a tasty meal at Pavlof harbor as the gulls wait around to pick up the scraps. In the harsh environment of Alaska, nothing goes to waste. National Geographic

"Descending down into the blue abyss, eyes fixed on this peaceful sperm whale sleeping just beneath us. What a blessing to bear witness to such a sacred moment in nature. Taken under government permit." National Geograph…

Butterfly love ❤️ Two Philaethria wernicke enjoying the Atlantic Forest in Brazil National Geographic

"This starry pufferfish baby was one of my favorite encounters of the last year. In their early days they look pretty much like flubby, colorful marshmallows. Adults can reach up to 1,2 meters in length and are one of th…

A barred owl in flight National Geographic

"This battle went on for quite some time. A great blue heron was eating a cottonmouth snake (thanks to those who properly identified it) but at one point the snake starting fighting back and appeared to be biting the ins…

"Bart the Baby Baboon hates when mom makes him eat his salad." National Geographic

Mama owl, coming in to give her fluff nuggets their good-day kisses, making sure they're not scared of the light, and tucking them in to bed for the day. National Geographic

"Mystical whales of the deep. Taken under government permit." National Geographic

How about this for the first sighting of the day? “Just” a giraffe walking by… National Geographic

Anyone here has a younger sibling? If so, this scene may look familiar… A young lion cub comes for attention but ends up kicking his older brother out of his place… National Geographic

The raw power of Mother Nature with this volcanic activity in Iceland! 🇮🇸 Iceland is a hot spot for volcanic plates and is home to over 30 active volcanic systems. The island experiences frequent volcanic activity, wit…

Risso’s Dolphins spotted in Monterey Bay 🐬 Risso’s dolphins have a distinctive appearance – with a large, rounded head, a tall dorsal fin, and a light-colored body covered in a complex pattern of scars. They are named a…

🌳 These dancing trees with a breathtaking sunset backdrop in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia is a true sight to behold! 🇮🇩 🌅 These unique trees are known as “dancing trees” and they appear to be dancing in the water du…

See how the gentoo penguins of Antarctica build their very own snow highways to get around. ❄️🐧 National Geographic

Water break! Ants require a steady supply of moisture, obtaining water at the source and carrying it back to their colonies where it's stored for later use. National Geographic

Tiny hummingbirds influence the environment around them, having a positive ripple effect on many flora and fauna. 💐 National Geographic

Black and yellow, black and yellow... You're looking at larvae of the yellow shell black dots tortoise beetle. And it sure lives up to its name! National Geographic

A humpback whale and her calf 💙 Did you know that whales are natural carbon sinks? As they move through the ocean, they help to absorb and store tons of carbon dioxide. National Geographic

Ladybug Lift-off. 🐞💨✨ National Geographic

An Indian rhinoceros with friendly oxpeckers on their back 🦏 These animals have a symbiotic relationship! The birds eat insects and ticks that irritate the rhinos, benefitting both animals. National Geographic

Now that's one seriously steep learning curve. National Geographic

A remote camera captures a black bear in Wyoming's Yellowstone National Park National Geographic

Snake birds that have recently left their nest practice the hunting skills they will need to survive National Geographic

Friendships among male bottlenose dolphins can last a lifetime National Geographic