Most of us right now are currently staying at home, keeping safe, and have no chance of exploring the world, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It’s alright because we can still reminisce about the things we used to do, through the captured photos, and also share discoveries even virtually.
However, only a few people get to see certain things in real life. There are those once-in-a-lifetime photographs that are captured by chance.
Luckily, you can witness these 50 extraordinary photos that people hardly ever see in person. Explore and be amazed!
1. A brightly colored bird
This is a
Lilac-breasted roller, and his colors are stunning! That’s the most intricate scheme I’ve ever seen. This bird has a fantastic sense of style.
2. Glow in the dark on a beach
It is not the shore that glows in the dark on this Maldives beach.
Plankton is what lives in the seas. They are bioluminescent and look absolutely magnificent at night.
We see dinosaur bones in museums all the time, but this one is unique. It’s a real dinosaur that’s been mummified! That’s incredible!
4. What’s inside the balloon?
Being inside a hot air balloon looks like this. It is a massive balloon that is extremely difficult to inflate so that it floats. Do you want to pitch in?
5. Is that a digital background?
You are not looking at a gigantic digital wallpaper. This is the view from
Istanbul University Library in Turkey. It’s so huge that it almost looks like a big computer screen! I’d love to be in this place.
6. Just the perfect timing
Talk about coincidence! It never ceases to amaze me how this dog’s tail appeared to be a wide head of white hair for the other dog. It’s a lovely snapshot!
7. “Rocket triggered lightning”
The launch of a rocket ship attracted lightning, resulting in this captivating scene. It’s truly amazing to see how nature works right in front of our eyes.
8. A tree that has lived more than a millennium
The fact that this tree is 1,400 years old is not the only remarkable feature of it. The magnificent beauty of its golden leaves makes it stand out and appear completely out of this world. This is a
Ginkgo tree in the Zhongnan Mountain region of China.
9. The enormous Diamond Mine
The famous Mir Diamond mine in eastern Russia’s Siberian region is now deserted, but we can still treasure its massive size. This side view demonstrates how vast this pit is. Can you imagine people actually mining diamonds in such a broad territory?
Finally, there’s this massive puffball mushroom discovered in the woods. This will be enough to feed a lot of men! I’m curious if the flavor is the same for a regular-sized mushroom from the grocery store.
11. Sectoral Heterochromia
This is an example of
sectoral heterochromia, a condition in which the iris is divided into different colors. This cat has it in both of his eyes, not just one! Isn’t this cat absolutely stunning?
Have you ever come across a
turnip rock? It is a rock that is wider at the top than at the bottom. It is caused by tidal erosion. This photograph depicts a wonderful example of turnip rocks.
13. A wedding gown with intricate details
In contrast to the traditional white gown of weddings in most parts of the world, this lady shows off a traditional Indian wedding gown and its amazing details. A dress like this took a lot of time and effort to create. A genuine work of art!
No, your eyes are not deceiving you. And, yes, that tree’s shadow is what kept the snow from melting. It’s like nature’s own work of art!
The
Platypus is one of the world’s most endangered animals. It is a one-of-a-kind creature, with bones that appear to be from another planet. Did you know that the Platypus has often been used as a symbol of Australia’s cultural identity?
16. The most metallic of creatures
We’ve all heard of Iron Man, but we also know he’s more human than iron. There is, however, a creature on Earth that has more metals in its body than the identified Avenger. The only known animal with iron in its scales is the
Scaly-foot gastropod.
Elephants’ feet are notoriously large and heavy. But are we truly aware of how much muscle is contained in a single foot of these enormous animals? You can tell just by looking at this photo.
Waterfalls are always beautiful and majestic. But standing behind a frozen one is even more enthralling! This is incredible!
Have you ever wondered how birds are kept still long enough to be X-rayed? This image is all you need to know. They appear to require pinning down, which means that even the hands of those holding them are caught in the X-ray film.
Did you know that this terrifying mouth belongs to a turtle? Yes, they do appear to be sweet and cute. But don’t even think about putting your finger inside their mouths!
21. The sun as seen through a UV lens
You know you shouldn’t look directly at the sun because it will hurt your eyes. If you’ve ever wondered what the sun looks like through UV lenses, this photo should give you a good idea. “The sun is a deadly laser!”
Wow, this guy was able to catch these gigantic crabs. Congratulations on such an accomplishment! That triumphant expression is enough to motivate us, right?
So, what’s your opinion? Is this a real dog or a mannequin? If you answered the latter, you are completely incorrect! This is a live dog, but it is so perfect and shiny that it appears to be a statue.
24. Strive for perfection
When a perfectionist works as a digger, this is what it looks like. The precision with which these pieces of equipment are aligned is simply amazing. That’s a great job!
25. A realistic looking fire
Do you want to improve the realism of the fire in your drawing? This guy figured out an amazing way to do it in photos. Simply follow this beer hack to get realistic-looking fire drawings.
26. Simply perfect orange
I’ve never seen an orange so perfectly circular as this one. It even has the standard single leaf found on all cartoon oranges! What’s your plan if you own this?
Boban Marjanović and Kristen Chenoweth performed the national anthem at a Thunders’ game. Their size difference is incredible, but their musical talent is even more amazing! A perfect combination!
These birds may appear to be unreal, but they are alive and well. Those eyes, on the other hand, make you want to believe otherwise. What species of birds are these?
29. Cloud of cigarette smoke
Don’t these images make you think of something? In the clouds, I clearly see a smoker. Don’t you think so?
30. Amazing photography techniques
Long exposure photography creates this effect. It is unquestionably a work of art. Would you mind staying in the car?
31. What a huge friendship!
This gym teacher is three inches above six feet in height. And he considers this dog to be his best friend. What wonderful pals!
32. Twenty million dollars under the mattress
Have you ever think how far 20 million dollars would look like if they were placed under a mattress? This image will show you exactly what you’re trying to imagine. Everyone is curious as to where these came from.
Have you ever seen what real heat is like? This is what extra heat looks like. And it’s quite amazing to see how even the thick wheels of a car can be melted by such high temperatures!
34. A gown that is illuminated
Wow! What a brilliant idea for a gown! And when I said bright, I really meant it. This was achieved with the use of fiber optics.
35. This cloud and branch
This cloud appears to be resting on this branch from this vantage point. Their shapes are even the same! It also represents broccoli and cheese.
Someone put in the effort to create this bug hotel. It appears to be a cozy spot for a ladybug or any passing grasshopper to spend the night. It’s nice to know that this was designed specifically for them.
37. A view from the top of a cargo
This may appear to be an Amazon rainforest, but it is not. This was discovered on top of a ship’s cargo. It’s so cool!
38. Pretty small mushrooms
Someone saw these tiny mushrooms and couldn’t help but take a picture of the adorable fungi. In this dark part of the forest, they almost appear to be bioluminescent. They’re too cute not to share!
This 4KB IBM memory was discovered in a barn. To commemorate the vast memory storage device, a 640KB photo was taken. This is ancient!
40. Reminds me of movie sets
This is how ice formed beneath a pier looks. It resembles a frosty movie set with marshmallow roots. How about a cityscape?
How can you tell if a bird is male or female? You won’t have to think too hard in this Northern Cardinal’s case because it is both! It has a condition known as bilateral
Gynandromorphism, which means that one side is male and the other is female.
42. Building with cartoon windows
Are these genuine windows? They are, indeed! However, their design makes them appear to be fake and fabricated from your imagination.
43. Lightning strikes water
Lightning meeting bodies of water is a magnificent display of nature’s power. But it’s something you don’t want to see up close because it could cost your life. So much power in lightning!
44. Volkswagen side benders transformed
If you think your vintage Volkswagen can’t be transformed into another incredible vehicle, you’re in for a big surprise. As it turns out, someone was able to make motorcycles out of the car model’s side benders. Oh my goodness!
45. A cabbage in the fall
This cabbage is on fire! The colors are stunning… They truly capture the beauty of the fall season.
This worm is extravagant! The golden sides of this
Antarctic Scale worm are incredible, but I wouldn’t go near it because those pointy things in its mouth are definitely unfriendly. How about if this gets bigger?
Potatoes are called root crops for a reason, and that’s because they are grown underground. However, these potatoes are grown in the air, what do we call them now? I’m intrigued about the taste.
Starfishes are amazingly attractive A truly tiny one, on the other hand, is extremely rare and awesome. This person just discovered one of the tiniest stars anyone has ever seen at sea, and it’s wonderful!
49. An extremely rare insect
This is the endangered Madagascar
Giraffe weevil, one of the world’s most rare insects. Mr. Weevil, you have a very long and fantastic neck. Just long enough for your girlfriend.
50. Inside the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Because of its unusual structure, the
Leaning Tower of Pisa has always astounded visitors from all over the world. However, if you think that this tower holds more than just its exterior, you will be surprised to learn that it is actually empty on the inside. It’s unbelievable!
Going through this list is nothing but a surprise! This world is truly filled with things that are both jaw-dropping and incredibly amazing.
All it takes is a photograph to bring us all in awe of the stunning beauty that we sometimes fail to witness.
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Most of us right now are currently staying at home, keeping safe, and have no chance of exploring the world, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It’s alright because we can still reminisce about the things we used to do, through the captured photos, and also share discoveries even virtually.
However, only a few people get to see certain things in real life. There are those once-in-a-lifetime photographs that are captured by chance.
Luckily, you can witness these 50 extraordinary photos that people hardly ever see in person. Explore and be amazed!
