Neacola River, Alaska

Sunlight sparkles along the river’s banks and its tidal flats. —Photograph and caption from the National Geographic book  Through the E...

Iniskin Bay, Alaska

The Iniskin River resembles a reflective ribbon of glass as it flows into its namesake bay.

Danube Delta, Romania

From April to September, millions of migrating birds visit the Danube Delta’s sandy islands, floating reed beds, cane fields, forests, and ...

Covered Bridge

This classic American moment—a boy and his dog—is made more delightful by the setting. Photographer Bruce Dale wisely chose to stand back...

African Lion Mother and Cub, Tanzania

Everything about this photographic moment is tender. The light, the gesture, the color are perfect. But there is also a small detail that...

Victoria Falls, Zambia

In situations that are active and thrilling, surprisingly quiet moments can take place. These moments feel even more powerful because of ...

Ballerina, Cuba

Some of the best moments happen behind the scenes, before or after the main event. These are the times when people are unguarded because ...

Silverback Gorilla, Africa

Some photographic moments are memorable because they are so unlikely. It is impossible to look at this wonderful image by Ian Nichols and...

Cemetery Shelter

Bratislav Stojanovic, a homeless construction worker, holds a candle as he sits in a tomb in the southern Serbian town of Nis on February...