Western Usa Collection (#7)

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) curious young bear approaches over newly forming pack ice during autumn freeze up, Beaufort Sea, off Arctic coast, Alaska

American buffalo (Bison bison) with group of calves, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA. May

Least chipmunk (Tamias minimus) in snowfall, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA. October

Pronghorn (Antilocapra americana) on the Pinedale Mesa Anticline. Sublette County, Wyoming, USA. June

American Buffalo or Bison (Bison bison) group with calves, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA, May

Grey Wolf (Canis lupus) Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA, May

Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA. January

Wood duck (Aix sponsa) drake in breeding plumage, paddling, Orange, California, USA. Non-ex

Snow goose (Anser caerulescens), in flight, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Reserve, New Mexico, USA

Gunnison sage-grouse (Centrocercus minimus) male displaying at a lek. Gunnison County, Colorado. April

Barred Owl (Strix varia) adult resting in tree, King County, Washington, USA May

Tufted puffin (Fratercula cirrhata) in breeding plumage. St. Paul Island, Alaska. July

Pair of adult Trumpeter Swans (Cygnus buccinator) in flight. Skagit County, Washington. January

Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) portrait. Southeast Alaska. December

Yellow warbler (Dendroica petechia) male, Seward peninsula, Alaska, USA. June

Horned puffin (Fratercula corniculata) close-up portrait, St. Paul Island, Pribilofs, Alaska, USA, July

RF- Rufous Hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus) female feeding in flight on Scarlet Gilia (Ipomopsis aggregata). Gila National Forest, New Mexico, USA. August

Field of Giant plumrose anemones (Metridium giganteum) with a Snakelock anemone / Crimson sea anemone (Cribrinopsis fernaldi) in foreground, Alaska, USA, Gulf of Alaska. Pacific ocean

Sea otter (Enhydra lutris) floating on its back at surface among kelp, Alaska, USA. Gulf of Alaska, Pacific ocean

Wild Mustang horses running, Sand Wash Basin Herd Area, Colorado, USA

Wild Mustang horses fighting McCullough Peaks Herd Area, Wyoming, USA

Chestnut Mustang running in snow, at ranch, Shell, Wyoming, USA. February

Great Basin Bristlecone Pine (Pinus longaeva) fallen ancient tree, White Mountains, California, USA, March

Pika (Ochotona princeps) in scree rock pile, Sheepeaters Cliff, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA, September

American Red fox (Vulpes vulpes fulva) baby leaping on its disinterested mother. Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA, May

Female Pintail (Anas acuta) with chicks, Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, USA, July

American Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) cubs playing with its mother. Grand Teton National Park, USA, June

American red squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus) collecting, Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) cones, Montana, USA

Yellow warbler (Dendroica petechia) collecting nesting material from Bulrush cattail (Typha sp) Bozeman, Montana, USA, June

Red winged blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) male singing, Bozeman, Montana, USA. April

American bison (Bison bison) walking through snow using tracks made by other animals, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA, February

Arctic ground squirrel (Spermophilus parryii) portrait, Denali National Park, Alaska, USA, September

Spruce grouse (Falcipennis canadensis) in forest, Denali National Park, Alaska, USA, September

Pika (Ochotona princeps) resting, Denali National Park, Alaska, USA, September

Bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) in flight, Alaska, USA, February

Grizzly Bears (Ursus arctos) resting, Lake Clarke National Park, Alaska, September

Grizzly Bear (Ursus arctos) asleep, Lake Clarke National Park, Alaska, September

Bison (Bison bison) close up head portrait with snow on fur, Yellowstone National Park, USA, February

Coastal brown bear (Ursus arctos) female in a meadow, cubs nearby, Lake Clarke National Park, Alaska, USA, July

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) curious young male on the newly frozen pack ice, Beaufort Sea, off the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) 3-year-olds play fighting on newly formed pack ice, Beaufort Sea, off the 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska

Snow covered fishing boats in Sitka Harbour, Alaska. Photograph taken on location for BBC TV series Natures Great Events, March 2008

Spotted Owl (Strix occidentalis). Willamette National Forest, Oregon. June

California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) group playing in the sun in the early morning. Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. Los Angeles, California, United States of America

School of Blacksmith fish (Chromis punctipinnis) swim through a giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) forest. Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. Los Angeles, California, United States of America

Four California spiny lobsters (Panulirus interruptus) shelter beneath a boulder in a kelp forest. Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. Los Angeles, California, United States of America

Stone canyon jasper formed with cryptocrystalline quartz, California, USA

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) silhouetted at waters edge at sunset, Bernard Spit, off the 1002 Area, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope, Alaska, USA, September. Vulnerable species

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"Discover the Untamed Beauty of Western USA" Majestic and awe-inspiring, a herd of American bison gracefully traverses through the snow-covered landscape of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. A female American bison stands adorned with hoar frost near a hot spring, her portrait capturing the delicate beauty that nature bestows upon these magnificent creatures. In the pristine wilderness, a young polar bear joyfully rolls around in freshly fallen snow on an Arctic expanse, embracing its playful spirit. Witnessing an extraordinary bond between a grizzly bear mother and her cub as they traverse their territory together, showcasing both strength and tenderness. Against the backdrop of the towering Grand Teton Mountains lies a breathtaking sight - a herd of bison roaming freely beneath them, symbolizing resilience and harmony with nature. Delve into history with an antique map depicting the vastness and allure of Western USA, tracing its rich heritage from coast to coast. Amidst winter's embrace in Berthoud, Colorado, witness the gracefulness of a grey Andalusian mare as she gallops through snowy landscapes – epitomizing elegance amidst nature's splendor. Experience adrenaline-pumping excitement at rodeos where daring men ride bucking horses against all odds – embodying courage rooted deep within Western tradition. San Francisco's Lombard Street claims fame as one of the world's crookedest streets; explore this iconic landmark nestled amidst California's vibrant urban landscape. Gaze upon Lake Tahoe’s captivating vista stretching across California and Nevada state borders – where azure waters meet majestic mountains creating an idyllic retreat for all who visit. Catch sight of an adorable sea otter raising its forelegs playfully in Sitka Sound, Alaska - reminding us to find joy even in life’s simplest moments amidst untamed wilderness