Natural World Collection (#97)

Catholic Church and horses, Unteraegeri, Switzerland

Small Tortoiseshell, Aglais urticae, adult emerging from pupa, Oberaegeri, Switzerland

Old World Swallowtail, Papilio machaon, adult, Oberaegeri, Switzerland

Natterjack Toad, Bufo calamita, male calling at night, Edlibach, Zug, Switzerland

Mushroom, Oberaegeri, Switzerland

Fly Agaric Mushroom, Amanita muscaria, mushroom, Oberaegeri, Switzerland

Fallow Deer, Dama dama, female, captive, Goldau, Switzerland

Alpine Squill, Scilla bifolia, blossom, Doubs, Jura, Switzerland

Red Crossbill, Loxia curvirostra, female eating on cones of European Larch (Larix decidua), Unteraegeri, Switzerland

Eurasian Pygmy-Owl, Glaucidium passerinum, young, Oberaegeri, Switzerland

European Goldfinch, Carduelis carduelis, adult bathing, Scrivia River, Italy

Common Blackbird, Turdus merula, female on nest with young on top of Window, Oberaegeri, Switzerland

Black Grouse, Tetrao tetrix, male displaying, Wallis, Switzerland

Bluethroat, Luscinia svecica, male singing, Lake of Ritom, Alps, Switzerland

Doubs River, Fretterans, France

Hoary Mullein, Verbascum pulverulentum, blossom, Camargue, France

Yellow Wagtail, Motacilla flava, male on apple tree, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

White Stork, Ciconia ciconia, adult on nest by church in Rust city, Rust, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

White Stork, Ciconia ciconia, adults on nest by church in Rust city, Rust, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, April 2007

White Stork, Ciconia ciconia, pair on nest on chimney, Rust, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Whinchat, Saxicola rubetra, male, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Pied Avocet, Recurvirostra avosetta, adults preening, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Pasque Flower, Pulsatilla pratensis, blossom, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Pasque Flower, Pulsatilla pratensis, seed stalks at sunrise, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Northern Lapwing, Vanellus vanellus, male, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Greylag Goose, Anser anser, adult with young, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Black-winged Stilt, Himantopus himantopus, adult walking, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Black-winged Stilt, Himantopus himantopus, adult, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Black-tailed Godwit, Limosa limosa, adult in breeding plumage feeding, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Brown Hare, Lepus europaeus, adult in meadow, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Brown Hare, Lepus europaeus, young eating, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Church tower in Illmitz city, Illmitz, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Draw well and reed cottage in puszta, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

Illmitz city view and church, Illmitz, National Park Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria

China, Guilin, Reed Flute Cave illuminated colorful natural formations

View from Mount Sinai at sunrise, Sinai mountains, Egypt

Great Equatorial Telescope Paris 1860
Engraving of the Great Equatorial Telescope of the Paris Observatory. This view shows an equatorially mounted refracting telescope of 31 cm (12.8 inch) aperture made by the French maker Lerebours

Great Silver-on-Glass Reflector Telescope
Equatorially mounted reflecting telescope built by Leon Foucault, a French physicist best known for the invention of the Foucault pendulum, a device demonstrating the effect of the Earths rotation

Optical effects in shallow sea water
Optical lens effects in shallow sea water show coloured fringing as the uneven water surface forms temporary and imperfect lenses which split incident light into its constituent colours (like a prism)

Red Squirrel, Pine Squirrel, Tamiasciurus hudsonicus, adult eating pine cone, Jenny Lake, Grand Teton NP, Wyoming, September 2005

USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Larkspur Close up growing in Mass

USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Close UP of California Poppy With Blue Sky

USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Selective Focus Dasies blooming in mass

American Flag in field of Blue Bonnets, Paintbrush Texas Hill Country

Evening light Coming through Oak Trees onto field of Blue Bonnets and Phlox near Devine Texas

Bronzed Cowbird, Molothrus aeneus, young in nest of Bewicks Wren, Brood Parasit, Starr County, Rio Grande Valley, Texas, USA

Common Teal, Anus crecca, male, Unterlunkhofen, Switzerland

Blue-winged Teal, Anas discors, male, Port Aransas, Texas, USA

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"The Natural World: A Tapestry of Beauty and Wonder" Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the natural world, where every corner holds a mesmerizing spectacle. Witness the graceful flight of a Red Kite soaring through the skies above Powys, Wales, UK, reminding us of nature's boundless freedom. In this enchanting realm, we find ourselves captivated by the wonders that British naturalist David Attenborough has dedicated his life to exploring. His tireless efforts have unveiled countless secrets hidden within our planet's diverse ecosystems. Step into the realm of Natural History and be entranced by the vibrant plumage of the Red-billed chough as it dances across ancient landscapes. Its presence serves as a reminder that harmony can be found even amidst rugged terrains. Journey to The Victoria Falls and witness its awe-inspiring power as water cascades down with an unstoppable force. This masterpiece created by Mother Nature herself leaves us humbled and in awe of her raw magnificence. Embark on an adventure to Skellig Michael in County Kerry, Ireland, where a stone stairway leads you to discover an ethereal sanctuary nestled among towering cliffs. Here lies a testament to human resilience intertwined with nature's grandeur. Marvel at Thomas Baines' depiction from 1864 capturing Victoria Falls' leaping waters—a timeless portrayal that transports us back in time while showcasing nature's enduring allure. Discover Co Donegal's Rowan Tree standing tall against windswept landscapes—an emblematic symbol representing strength and resilience rooted deep within Irish soil. Venture into Pirin National Park in Bulgaria for a glimpse of Ribno Banderishko Lake—its tranquil surface reflecting majestic mountains surrounding it like guardians protecting their precious gem. Travel across North America to South Carolina's Charleston; let your senses embrace Cypress Trees swaying gracefully alongside blooming Azaleas at Magnolia Plantation—a harmonious symphony composed by nature's hand.