Animals are amazing, and we're fortunate to see so many different species on our planet. Whether it's graceful birds, kingly horses, or charming llamas, each creature possesses a distinctiveness that has captivated humans since the advent of photography. While our collections of animal photographs have grown exponentially over time, some images stand out from the rest.
Thankfully, both skilled professionals and passionate amateurs have generously shared their awe-inspiring captures on the Instagram account of "The Decisive Moments Magazine (TDM)." Our gallery below presents the absolute best of these extraordinary photographs.
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The Deadliest Volcanic Eruptions in Human History
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How Do Wild Animals Survive Winter Without Shelter?
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Animal Dreams: The Funny Ways Animals Sleep
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Mimicry: The Most Fascinating of Animal Weapons
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These Landscape Photos Won Awards for a Good Reason
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Lovable Baby Animals You Just Want to Cuddle Up With!
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The Wonders of the Maasai Mara in 10 Award-Winning Photos
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The Internet's Burning Questions About Biology, Answered
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These Are the Most Expensive Gems and Minerals on Earth
There are millions of stunning gems in this world that decorate our jewelry, but you won't find these super rare rocks in any jewelry store!
These Photos Prove How Colorful and Beautiful Our World Is
Our planet is so beautiful and full of color, and these photo go a long way to proving just that.
Nature Is Full of Mystery When You Look at These Photos
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The Worst Earthquakes in History - a Nightmare Turned Real
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The Ocean’s Floor Is Alive with Colorful Sea Slugs
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This Incredible Bird Can Make Any Sound it Likes!
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These 20 Animal Facts will Blow Your Mind
Did you know that squirrels plant trees or that oysters can change their gender? These little-known animal facts will blow your mind! I was especially impressed with no.6!
The Following Deadly Beasts Are Not Man's Best Friends...
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New From Nature: 11 New Animal Species Discovered in 2022
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Discover the Life of the Ocean's Most Cunning Creature
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Wild Nature: Young Elephant Fends Off 14 Lions Unharmed
How an elephant convinces a group of lions that this is not an animal worth tangling with...
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11 Incredible Animals with Even More Incredible Abilities!
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A HUGE Bird Photography Article Collection!
Aren't birds gorgeous? Well, if you like photos of birds, you should try this enormous collection of 14 bird photography articles from BabaMail!
These Photos Prove Mother Nature Can Be So Creative!
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These Animal Facts Are Both Adorable and Interesting
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