Photos by @ciriljazbec | Bhutan is one of the world's remaining biodiversity hotspots. Fir trees create a dense cover in this forest. Approximately 72 percent of Bhutan is covered by forests. The country's government has a mandate that 60 percent will be protected for all time. Despite the government's environmental commitment, Bhutan's glaciers are retreating and melting, causing dangerous floods and resource scarcity. Hiking amidst these trees felt almost spiritual as if I encountered the Great Forest Spirit from the fantastic Miyazaki’s Princess Mononoke film. To discover more, follow the link in my @ciriljazbec profile.
Photograph by George Steinmetz @geosteinmetz Dhow boat in the channel between Bazaruto and Benguerra islands, off the coast of Mozambique. The islands boast pristine white beaches and colorful marine life, famous for dive sites and fishing.
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“Life is better when you love” writes @eggnogthebulldog
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Photo by @ilkinkaracan
“The world is all about perspective,” says Turkish director and photographer Ilkin Karacan Karakuş (@ilkinkaracan), who created this image on a photo walk. “Sometimes we have to change our perspective for inspiration.” #WHPseasonal
Flying at the Crossing | Photograph by Pim Volkers
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“The evening before we noticed a tremendous amount of wildebeest gathering at this crossing. It had rained and they seemed pretty restless,” writes #YourShotPhotographer Pim Volkers. “We checked for the perfect spot and made sure we left very early in the morning to be in the place when the sun would come up. Fortunately, the wildebeest decided to cross when the light was absolutely perfect!”
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This photo was submitted to the 2018 @natgeo Photo Contest. We are looking for images that show us the world: its wildlife, people, and places. The link is in our profile. Submission deadline is November 15, 2018. Check out our Instagram Story for more Editors' Favorites from Week 4. Good luck #YourShotPhotographer.
Fall in New York ✨🍁🍁🍁✨
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Picture by ✨✨@dirtandglass✨✨
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A group of hippos lounge in the Mfuwe Lodge lagoon. Photo by #natgeoexpeditions photographer @kengeiger. #zambia #hippo @bushcampcompany
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