5 Breathtaking Photos of the Natural World

 "This is Cheia, the road that takes you to Transylvania. Yes, that Transylvania, the birthplace of the legendary Count Dracula (Vlad Tepes). The legend says that this shot is what he might have seen on his nocturnal flights! Nevertheless, it's a breathtaking view of a magnificent road."—Calin Stan 

 "The afternoon light couldn't have been more perfect as I quietly sat and watched this crocodile survey his dinner. The patterns the reflections made in the afternoon sun were stunning and the moment was so tranquil. There was no indication of the ferocity to come as the crocodile devoured his meal."—Alison Langevad 

 "Since ancient times, the Nenets have led a nomadic life, engaged in deer farming and traveling the vast tundra. Reindeer harnessed to a sled is the most reliable form of transport on the tundra. The Nenets wander in harsh weather conditions for eight months of the year. The deer are a resource for food, clothing, housing and money."—Kamil Nureev 

 "A man rides in a boat across the Baral river during the winter. In the winter months the river moss is more visible than in any other season."—MD Tanveer Hassan Rohan 

 "A wildebeest runs in the Ndutu plains located in the southern Serengeti during the migration. A slow shutter speed was used to create a 'prehistoric painting' of these wonderful animals."—Chris Schmid