Surface Collection (#23)

European river otter (Lutra lutra) swimming, river, Dorset, UK, November

European river otter (Lutra lutra) climbing to the top of a weir, river, Dorset, UK, November

Amphibious bistort (Polygonum amphibium) in flower on lake, Westhay SWT reserve, Somerset Levels, Somerset, England, UK, June 2011

Waves lashing the Four Lighthouse during winter storm, Northern Brittany, France, December 2011. Sequence 8/12

Two European river otters (Lutra lutra) swimming in shallow water, Isle of Mull, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, December. Did you know? 12% of breeding otters in the UK live in the Shetland Isles

Otter {Lutra lutra} adult male swimming in river, UK, captive

Lions mane jellyfish (Cyanea capillata) with feeding tentacles spread swimming in the sun in shallow water. Gulen, Norway. North East Atlantic Ocean

Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) approaching with curiosity, Dolphin Reef, Eilat, Israel. Red Sea

Common frog (Rana temporaria) in garden pond, Warwickshire, England, UK, March

African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) in water, Lekoli River, Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville), Africa. Vulnerable species

White water lilies (Nymphaea alba) on surface of Danube delta rewilding area, Romania

Narwhal (Monodon monoceros) pod surfacing, tusk visible, Arctic Bay, Baffin Island, Canada, June

Killer whales (Orcinus orca) off the coast of British Columbia, North Pacific Ocean

Ringed seal (Pusa hispida) hauled out on rock, Svalbard, Norway

Pod of Risso Dolphin (Grampus griseus) at surface, Baja California, Mexico

Large pod of Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising over waves during annual sardine run, Port St Johns, South Africa

Short-beaked common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) breaking the surface and leaping from the water. Off Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

A man places an oil lamp in the polluted river Yamuna after offering prayers, in New Delhi, India, June 2, 2018. REUTERS/Amit Dave

A giant freshwater turtle swims in Hanois Hoan Kiem lake April 3, 2011. The turtles health is in serious condition and requires treatment, according to local media and veterinarian experts

A list of the best-performing stocks on the ASX200 index are shown on an electronic board at the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX)

A seagull flies above water in Sidon, Lebanon February 7, 2018. REUTERS/Ali Hashisho

A supermoon full moon is partly obscured by clouds in Pieta, Malta, January 1, 2018. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi

Ibex 7 mm lead free hunting bullets are seen in Vienna, Austria, March 22, 2018. REUTERS/Heinz-Peter Bader

Members of the Berliner Seehunde (Berlin Seals) ice swimmers club take a dip in lake Orankesee during their traditional New Years swimming event in Berlin, Germany, January 1, 2018

A mechanical pencil from 1906 year is seen in a fountain pen repair shop, in Zagreb, Croatia, February 6, 2018. Picture taken February 6, 2017. REUTERS/Antonio Bronic

Loaded magazines for a Glock 19, 9 mm Para and for a Glock 20, 10 mm Auto pistol are seen in Vienna, Austria, March 22, 2018. REUTERS/Heinz-Peter Bader

Long-tailed mayflies (Palingenia longicauda) mate on the surface of the Tisza river near Tiszainoka, 135km (84 miles) southeast of Budapest, June 20, 2012

A passenger plane flies in front of a supermoon full moon over London, Britain, January 31, 2018. REUTERS/Toby Melville

A supermoon full moon rises behind the antennae domes on a motor yacht in Pieta, Malta, January 1, 2018. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi

A mahout bathes his elephant in the polluted water of river Yamuna in New Delhi, India February 6, 2018. REUTERS/Adnan Abidi TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Glow-in-the-dark blue waves caused by the phenomenon known as harmful algal bloom or red
Glow-in-the-dark blue waves caused by the phenomenon known as harmful algal bloom or " red tide", are seen at night near Sam Mun Tsai beach in Hong Kong January 22, 2015

A man with an umbrella is seen through rain drops on a car window walking by a mural in Brooklyn, New York, U.S. February 7, 2018.REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Autumn leaves are reflected on Loch Faskally, Pitlochry, Scotland, Britain October 24, 2019. REUTERS/Russell Cheyne

View of a standing womans naked back
Womans back. View of a standing womans naked back, showing the full length of her spine

Reef Manta Ray, Mobula alfredi, Yap, Micronesia
Reef manta rays, Mobula alfredi, Yap, Micronesia. This species was previously Manta alfredi

Aerial view of the West Maui Mountains looking into Launiupoko and the valley behind
An aerial view of the West Maui Mountains looking into Launiupoko and the valley behind, Maui, Hawaii, USA. The island of Molokai is on the horizon past the town of Lahaina

Finlayson's Patent Self-Cleaning Harrow, used after ploughing for breaking up and smoothing the surface of the soil

Morton's Revolving Harrow, used after ploughing for breaking up and smoothing the surface of the soil

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Siyang Chen

A new day
Nel Talen

Flower Field 1
DonnaHom

Sparkly Garden
Helen Joynson

Sparkly Garden
Helen Joynson

Sparkly Garden
Helen Joynson

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Markus Auerbach

Un coin du paradis
Bruno Flour

Plutos Flowers
Helen Joynson

Plutos Flowers
Helen Joynson

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"Exploring the Surface: From Earthrise to Mars" Captured in a single frame, the iconic Earthrise photograph reminds us of our humble existence on the surface of this vast planet. In Arisaig, Highlands, Scotland, nature's artwork unfolds as rugged mountains meet serene coastlines, showcasing the beauty that lies on the surface. Witnessing Northern gannets gracefully diving for fish in a split-level shot off Shetland's shores reveals the wonders beneath and above the water's surface. A map of Antarctica overlaid with illustrations brings to life its diverse inhabitants - from sea gulls soaring high to penguins waddling across icy surfaces. Stripped bare like an artist's canvas, a nude man embraces his vulnerability while exploring his connection with both himself and the world around him. Like an explorer venturing into uncharted territory, an Apollo 17 astronaut gazes upon our celestial neighbor from space – a mesmerizing view of another planetary surface. Astronaut footprints etched onto lunar soil serve as timeless reminders of humanity's first steps taken on a celestial body beyond Earth’s familiar terrain. Transported back to 1896 at Levant Mine in Cornwall, we witness miners descending deep below ground – their courage shaping history beneath Earth’s fragile crust. As dawn breaks over Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Canada, a canoe glides effortlessly across its mirrored surface – embracing tranquility amidst breathtaking scenery. The Jacobite steam train winds through Lochaber’s enchanting landscapes aboard Fort William to Mallaig railway - revealing hidden gems along Scotland’s picturesque surface. Curiosity rover roams tirelessly across Martian plains; its mission uncovers secrets buried within red dust while reminding us of humanity's thirst for exploration beyond our own planet. A glimpse into Mars' mysterious terrain captured by Spirit rover's lens.