Nature is full of details we rarely stop to notice. Among the leaves and moss on the forest floor, tiny mushrooms grow in shapes and textures that often go unseen. Photographer Jay, also known as Cyanesense, has made it his mission to capture these small wonders in stunning detail. His macro photography reveals the delicate, intricate world of fungi—some so small they barely reach the tip of a finger.
His lens makes ordinary mushrooms look extraordinary, reminding us that nature is full of beauty. Here are 15 incredible close-up images that reveal mushrooms like never before.
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This Cool Photo Contest Shows Nature In a Brand New Light
For the third year in a row, the Close-Up Photographer of the Year contest shows us the natural world from a brand new, incredibly intimate perspective.
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Spore to Fungi: The Lifecycle of Mushrooms in Fast-Forward
Enjoy this look into one of nature's most incredible shows: the lifecycle of the mushroom in time-lapse over 2 years.
16 EERIE Close-Ups of Bugs Under a Microscope
Take a look at these terrifying close-ups of insect faces.
15 Macro Photos That Make Everyday Objects Unrecognizable
These macro photos make everyday objects like needles and soap bubbles almost unrecognizable. Take a look.
Nature’s Cutest Couples - Closeup Photo Edition
These beautiful nature photos will give you a close-up look at some of the cutest couples in the animal kingdom!
In Pictures – Close-Up Photographer of the Year 2022
Check out the breathtaking winners of the Close-Up Photographer of the Year 2022.
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This Elephant Rescue Story is Sure to Melt Your Heart
The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust does amazing work at rescuing orphaned elephants and preparing them to live back in the wild. This video is sure to warm your heart
Witness The Magical World of Brazil’s Terra Ronca Cave
Treasures buried in the heart of the earth are not only silver and gold but also rare natural wonders. This is the Terra Runica Cave, enjoy your tour!
Behold, 10 of the Most Beautiful Flowers in the World!
Take a look at the world's most beautiful flowers in this collection of photos we have made just for you to enjoy and share with your friends.
You Won’t Believe This Most Magical Winter Place: Lapland!
If there's one place that is synonymous with Christmastime, it has to be Lapland, the snowy, wintery home of reindeer, Santa and the Northern Lights!
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Take This Golden-Eagle Eyed Tour of the Scottish Highlands
If you have ever wanted to know just why the Scottish people are so proud of their land, then this video is for you: an incredible drone tour of the Highlands.
14 Gorgeous Flowers and the Beautiful Meanings Behind Them
We all enjoy the look and smell of flowers, but did you know that each flower has its own meaning? Learn the interesting symbolism behind 14 popular flowers.
This Photographer Gets Closer to Animals Than Anyone
Valérie Derome-Massé is one of the most talented wildlife photographers to emerge in a long time. You'll be amazed by how close she gets to her subjects.
This Tree Is 3,200 Years Old and Almost 250 Feet High
This tree is so large that it has never been wholly photographed from base to tip - that is until now. You can also watch a video of the process.
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Watch This Smart Bird Save Its Babies From a Crocodile
Watch as this devoted dad tucks its chicks and keeps them safe when the big croc comes by to try and steal them away for his breakfast.
Travel To The Ancient Shiratani Unsuikyo Forest In Japan
Get your virtual nature getaway here with 10 magnificent photos of a forest in Japan that has tress over 1,000 years old!
The World Is Full of Beauty, but These Rivers Top It All
These are 15 of the world's most spectacular rivers. Their beauty will mesmerize you!
10 Beautiful Horse Breeds Everyone Needs to Know About
We humans owe horses so much thanks to the role they've played in human history. These are probably the 10 most interesting breeds of all.
15 Award-Winning Photographs from the Natural World
We have collected for you 15 stunning photos from among the professional shots sent to this year’s competition, and they are about to remind you what an incredible world we have…
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This Maniac of a Mouse Hunts and Howls in the Night...
Learn all about this tiny warrior.
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These Animal Friend Stories Will Heal Any Heart...
Watch this full-length episode of unusual animal friendships to make sure you are smiling ear to ear.
The Landscape Photos Everyone's Talking About This Year
Check out the incredible winning images from the 2024 International Landscape Photographer of the Year.
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6 Unusual Animals From Ancient Egypt That No Longer Exist
Here are six extinct species the ancient Egyptians actually knew—and why they’re gone for good.
Australia Is Home to Some of the World’s Cutest Animals
Australia is home to most living marsupials, a family of mammals unlike any other on earth.
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Huskies vs. Cats: Who Will Solve the Maze First?
This pet owner cleared out all the furniture to build a cardboard maze for their dogs and cats. The maze had tall walls and twisted corridors, ready for exploration.
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Watch the Monarch Butterfly Swarm in Gorgeous Detail!
This is something no human has ever been able to see from so close up, and it's one of the most incredible sights I've ever seen.
Meet the 2024 Nature Photographer of the Year Winners
Here are the incredible winners of the 2024 Nature Photographer of the Year awards.
These Sequoia Trees Are a Monstrous Sight to Behold!
The Sequoia is not only a beautiful tree, it's also the largest in the whole wide world!
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BBC Nature: Best of North American Animals
In this BBC animal video, we get a look at 5 of the most interesting animals in North America.
15 of the Weirdest Creatures from Around the World
Our world is inhabited by some truly bizarre and rare animals you have probably never seen before. Take a look at few such creatures.
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This Video Shows How Beautiful Pollination Really Is
Pollination is vital to the health of the Earth, and it has never been captured so beautifully before. Take a look at this stunning video and be awed by nature.
When Nature’s Power Leaves Everyone Speechless (16 Pics)
When nature stopped people in their tracks...
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A Nature Time-Lapse Video that Left My Mouth Agape!
An amazing video made form thousands of still photographs taken throughout North America
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Carnival Tigers Are Bred in Grim Conditions. Let’s Stop It
There are more captive tigers in the US than there are in the wild in their native Asia. These are the conditions they live in.
These Glorious French Lakes Are Out of This World!
Spending a couple of days at one of these breathtaking lakes is guaranteed to fully recharge your body and refresh your mind. Check out our top ten!
The Adorable Babies of 10 of the Most Feared Predators
Although we'd prefer not to come close to predatory beasts, their babies are so cute and hard to resist!
Amazing Plants: 15 Natural Phenomena That’ll Astonish You
In the next 15 pictures you'll see what vegetation can do and how strong the creative power of nature is...
You'll Only Get to See These Beautiful Flowers in Spring
Here's a collection of some of the most stunning images that showcase the beauty of these lovely trees.
These Animals Found the Perfect Spot to Keep From Getting Wet
A stunning photo collection of animals seeking shelter from the rain.
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The Beautiful American Birds We'll Never See
Get to know the extinct birds of North America you'll probably never see...
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Up Close and Personal with Some Adorable Wolf Cubs
Scottish film maker Gordon Buchanan gets up close and personal with some adorable wolf cubs. These cubs will brighten your day.
The Humble Origins of 10 Proud Rivers
Did you ever wonder just how the world's greatest rivers begin? Here we show you the humble little sources of 10 amazing rivers. Just click to see!
These Award-Winning Wildlife Photos Are Phenomenal
View some of the best entries from the 2017 edition of GDT's ‘European Wildlife Photographer of the Year' competition. Take a look.
Witness This Island Erupt in a Slew of Flamingos!
Once a year, an amazing natural phenomenon happens at Lake Nakuru in the middle of Kenya...
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Super Slow Mo: How Do Dogs Get Up So Fast?
This incredible slow mo camera video shows once and for all how dogs get from lying down to standing so fast.
I Can't Stop Laughing at These Hilarious Wild Animals!
Take a look at this collection of funny wildlife photos, taken at just the right moment!
Out of All the Chrysanthemums These Are the MOST Beautiful
Chrysanthemums are a beautiful flower, and there are so many different varieties of mums that come in all colors, sgapes and sizes
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