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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Truffles: Why the Price of These Fungi is SO Steep
Truffles are the most expensive food in the world, with just one pound of them costing up to $3,600. But what makes these fungi so pricey?
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.
Macro Photography: Pretty Ladybugs in Extreme Close-Ups
Let’s take a close-up look at the fascinating world of ladybugs through the lens of Makis Bitos.
Remarkable Winners of the Insect Week Photography 2023
Check out the amazing winning shots from the Insect Week Photography Competition.
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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Daily Objects Look Barely Recognizable In Super Macro
You will be left amazed at how even the most simple daily objects appear unrecognizable from up close.
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Why the Color Blue is So Rare in Nature
In the animal kingdom, there are only a handful of Earth’s creatures that sport blue in their coloration. Why is this so? All is revealed here!
17 Heart-Melting Smiling Animals to Brighten Your Day
Smiles are contagious - that everyone knows, so look at these pictures of smiling animals and one will spread across your face in no time.
5 Serious Medical Causes of Tunnel Vision
Tunnel vision can be a warning sign of several underlying severe health conditions ranging from eye diseases to stroke.
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!
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Neglected Ducks See Water for the First Time!
For the first time in their lives two dozen recently rescued ducks get their first taste of life in a pond. They had been living for years with a hoarder who had them in pens without adequate access to water or proper nutrition. Watch their first int
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The Most Dazzling Scenes From Planet Earth
Whether you're looking to relax, be inspired, or just enjoy the raw beauty of nature, this is your front-row seat to the wonders of our world.
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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.
17 Trees Almost Too Beautiful and Strange To Be Real!
Trees are great, aren’t they? Nature is full of great wonders, but few are as startling as these bizarre but beautiful trees.
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The Beautiful Alps and Dolomites Took Our Breath Away
This stunning anti-stress HD video will show you the natural beauty of the Swiss Alps and Italian Dolomites
These Colorful Birds are Among the Most Vibrant!
These birds are so bright and beautiful that it's actually hard to believe they're real. Take a look at these 19 kaleidoscopic bird species for yourself.
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Nature’s Trickster: The Mysterious Mimic Octopus
Scientists consider this sea creature the most intelligent invertebrate in our oceans!
See How Japan's Nature Changes with the Seasons
These photos depict the purest forms of nature in Japan. And they are stunning!
17 Animals That Prove That Nature Can Be Especially Creative
It's not only their coloring which makes these 17 animals unique. Their low chances of survival make them especially rare.
Nature Really Does Have Some Gorgeous Geometry!
When nature makes use of geometry, it uses it in the most stunning of ways.
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The Fascinating Ways Animals See the World
This is what the world looks like through the eyes of different animals.
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Meet the Sengi: Tiny, Fast, and Full of Surprises
Discover the curious world of the fast and cute, sengi!
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Cute Cheetah Cubs Take Their First Try at Hunting!
These young cheetahs take their first leap towards adulthood by trying to hunt down a speedy rabbit.
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The Orca Is One of the Most Fascinating Creatures on Earth
Orcas, also called Killer Whales, are one of the most fascinating creatures on our planet.
8 Exotic Plants You Won’t Believe Actually Exist
Here is a list of 8 very weird and exotic plant species that can do very surprising things to survive. You are sure to become a knowledgeable botanist after reading this article.
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!
Tiny Animals in Stunning Detail: 16 Macro Photos
These macro shots reveal the intricate beauty of tiny insects and creatures.
Into the Wild: 17 Pics of Elusive Insects in Indonesia
Photographer Mofeed Abu Shalwa has documented rare insects that few humans have ever laid eyes on.
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Why Elephants Are More Resilient to Cancer Than Mice
Scientists have made a curious observation - large animals, like elephants, are a lot less likely to get cancer than small ones, and this is why...
19 Gorgeous Birds You Might Not Have Seen Before
Birds are one of the most varied and beautiful species. These 19 exotic birds are absolutely beautiful!
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Unbelievable Nature Footage - Mantis Outsmarts Predator
This brave mantis was nicknamed the 'Kung Fu Mantis' by the BBC Nature team, for the ingenious way it beat its predator.
Entirely Unrelated Animals that Are Like Two Peas in a Pod
Convergent evolution is a natural process wherein unrelated species adopt many of the same characteristics, these animals display it best.
24 Facts That Help to Show Just How Weird Nature Can Be
Here are some weird and wonderful nature facts that you can amaze your friends with.
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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.
Touching Photography of Animals From All Around the World
Photographers set out to nature all over the world to show us an intimate view of animal life in the wild.
Forever Gone: 10 of the Most Beautiful Extinct Birds
Learn about some of the lesser-known yet unique and beautiful bird species that are now extinct.
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Get up Close and Personal with Earth's Strangest Parrot
This video will familiarize you with the world of the kakapos, some of our planet's most peculiar and endangered parrots.
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!
9 Fragrant Roses to Fill Your Garden with Pleasing Aromas
Check out this list of some intensely aromatic roses that will flood your garden area with delightful smells.
41 Butterflies You Must See Before They Disappear
Butterflies are some of the most beautiful creatures on earth, but a few species are a cut above the rest. Here are 23 stunning, beautiful and rare butterflies.
These 20 Cute Bonsai Are a Cut Above the Average Tree
Trust the Japanese to have the most beautiful miniature trees in the world. These 20 bonsai's are so fabulous!
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Golden Eagles Really Are the Epitome of the Word Majestic!
In this fascinating clip taken from the BBC’s Planet Earth, two of these hunters attempt to survive the harsh Alpine winter by fighting over a dead fox.
17 Curious Clouds That Make You Look Twice At The Sky
These curious cloud shapes will leave you looking at the sky differently.
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What Is Your Cat Trying to Tell You? Cat Sounds Explained
Cats are extremely intelligent pets and the sounds they make are their way of communicating, even if we don't always understand what they mean
Nature Really Went Overboard While Creating These Animals
This rare collection of pictures shows common animals but with some truly unique features. Check it out!
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From Seed to 1300 POUNDS: a Pumpkin Time-Lapse
Watch how a gigantic pumpkin grows from a seed in less than 2 minutes. It blows up like a balloon!
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You Won’t Believe Who Built These Nests!
Did you know that insects are great architects? Take a look at some of the most amazing insect homes.
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Caracal: The Sly Predator That Uses Stealth and Speed
The caracal is one of Africa's fiercest and most regal-looking hunters.
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