Photo animaliere

The competition for the 'Oscars' in the photography world is heating up in the National Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year contest. Entries have been a mixture of breathtaking beauty, magical wildlife moments captured from around the world and amazing aerial views offering us a different perspective of our world. The Grand Prize Winner will receive $7,500, publication in National Geographic Magazine, and a feature on National Geographic's Instagram account. Here's our third feature…

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Cervus elaphus by Stefan Rosengarten

Just before a shark breaks the surface tension of the water by Matt Dave #mattdave

Nature can be beautiful and majestic—but it can also be pretty funny.

A beautiful wolf with piercing eyes, watching and waiting.... #dogsinpictures #wolf #wild

In his new book, "Endangered", renowned wildlife photographer Tim Flach tries to make readers consider the impact they have on animals.

Within my earthly temple, there's a crowd; There's one of us who's humble, one who's proud; There's one who's brokenhearted for his sins, And one who, unrepentant, sits and grins. There's one who treats his neighbor as himself; And one who cares for naught but fame and wealth. From such vexing troubles I'd be free, If, just once, I might determine which is me. -- Author Unknown