A climber tackles an exceptionally difficult, F8c graded, route on a big overhang at the cliffs of Margalef, underneath Montsant, near Lleida and Tarragona, Catalunya, Spain, Europe

The colors of dawn invading the smooth surface of Lago Bianco exceptionally icy, Bernina Pass, Graubunden, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Flooded salt marsh during an exceptionally high tide near Cark in Cartmell on Morecambe Bay, Cumbria, UK.

Adult bull Orca - also called Killer Whale - (Orcinus orca) surfacing in the calm waters of Southeast Alaska, USA. Note the exceptionally tall dorsal fin - the field diagnostic for a mature male Orca.

Adult Southern Rockhopper Penguins (Eudyptes chrysocome chrysocome) in the Falkland Islands. This is the smallest yellow-crested, black-and-white penguin in the genus Eudyptes. It reaches a length of 45-58 cm (18-23 in) and typically weighs 2-3.4 kg (4.4-7.5 lb), although there are records of exceptionally large rockhoppers weighing 5 kg (11 lbs). Their common name refers to the fact that unlike many other penguins which negotiate obstacles by sliding on their bellies or by awkward climbing using their flipper-like wings as aid, Rockhoppers will try to jump over boulders and across cracks. This behavior is by no means unique to this species however - at least the other "crested" penguins of the genus Eudyptes hop around rocks too. Southern Rockhopper Penguins have a global population of roughly 1 million pairs, perhaps a bit more. About two-thirds of the global population belongs to E. c. chrysocome which breeds on the Falkland Islands and on islands off Argentina and southern Chile. The Southern Rockhopper Penguin is classified as Vulnerable species by the IUCN.

Kirkjufell mountain, film set, coastline near Grundarfjördur, Snæfellsnes peninsula, Vesturland, Iceland

Dramatic cliffs with striking rock formations, surrounded by calm seas and cloudy skies, The cliffs and alabaster coast of Etretat in Normandy France

Wide rocky backdrop with outstanding geological formations in Cappadocia, aerial view, Love Valley, Göreme National Park, Göreme Tarihî Millî Parkı, Nevsehir Province, Nevşehir, Cappadocia, Cappadocia, Cappadocia, Cappadocia, Central Anatolia, Turkey

Scenic sunset view of istanbul's cityscape, featuring the prominent galata tower and a waving turkish flag, creating a patriotic and picturesque scene

Scenic view of the historical wat chaiwatthanaram temple with its towering prangs and serene green lawn under a cloudy sky in ayutthaya, thailand

Weathered sandstone rock formations along the Milk River in Writing-On-Stone Provinvial Park, Alberta, Canada

Local man watching Blow Hole in Mughsayl, Dhofar Region, Oman

Landscape of Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park

Viewing platform with views of striking Dolomite peaks in summer

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) digging in the sand, captive, Zoo Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany

Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

The Vingerklip (rock finger) and the Ugab Valley Terraces are surrounded by thornbush and mopane (Colophospermum mopane) savanna. Aerial view. Drone shot. Damaraland, Namibia

Skyline of the City of London and Southwark, Gherkin, Leadenhall Building, Walkie Talkie Building, More London Riverside, City Hall, The Shard, London, England, United Kingdom

Panoramic view of the famous Matterhorn and Zermatt in the Swiss Alps in the evening

Glacier and lake Grey, Torres del Paine national park, Patagonia, Chile

Whimsical island in the Andaman Sea. James Bond Island. Wonderful holiday in Thailand

Herd of wild horses graze on the yellow grass. Lagoon Azul is mountain lake near three rocks - torres. The mountain range is covered with eternal snow. The Torres del Paine park in Chile

At the mountain kirkjufell and the waterfall Kirkjugellsfoss, snäfellsness peninsula, Iceland

Iconic peaks of rock formations in the Navajo Tribal Park of Monument Valley in Utah, USA

The Mausoleum of Mohammed V is a mausoleum located on the opposite side of the Hassan Tower, on the Yacoub al-Mansour esplanade in Rabat, Morocco

The Vingerklip (rock finger) and the Ugab Valley Terraces are surrounded by thornbush and mopane (Colophospermum mopane) savanna. Aerial view. Drone shot. Damaraland, Namibia

The Vingerklip (rock finger) and the Ugab Valley Terraces are surrounded by thornbush and mopane (Colophospermum mopane) savanna. Aerial view. Drone shot. Damaraland, Namibia

Kirkjufell with Kirkjufellsfoss in Iceland

View of mount Kirkjufell and Kirkjufellfoss in Iceland at sunset

Meteora in Greece. Meteora is the monasteries on the top of the rock towers. Greece, Meteora

Journey to the End of the World. The incomparable National Park Torres del Paine in southern Chile. On the hill under the fabulous clouds poses guanaco

Beautiful Patagonia. Snow-capped mountains and emerald lake. Park Torres del Paine in southern Chile

Beautiful bridge was built across the river Oria. Tholosa is small old town with interesting and unusual architecture. Basque country

The majestic Atlantic Ocean. Asturias. Romantic trip to Spain. Beautiful road to lighthouse and Chapel de la Atalaya. Unusual impressive architecture of the Luarca

Ground squirrels in the sand in black and white in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa, Africa

Reflection in a tidal pool, rocky coast of Tungeneset, Devil's Teeth, Okshornan, Ersfjorden, Senja Island, Troms, Norway, Europe

Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA, North America

Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA, North America

Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA, North America

Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA, North America

Hiker in blue jacket navigating rocky landscape near a small waterfall on mount txindoki, showcasing the rugged beauty of gipuzkoa, basque country

Night sky filled with stars over snow-capped mountains and a calm lake, with clouds and reflections creating a serene atmosphere, Torres Del Paine, Patagonia

Guanaco herd at Lagunas Melizas, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Log cabins at the entrance to Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Mountaineers at the Mirador de las Torres, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Avenue of cypress trees (Cupressus sempervirens) near Siena, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Avenue of cypress trees (Cupressus sempervirens) near Siena, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Aerial view of a single courtyard with an avenue of columnar cypresses (Cupressus sempervirens) and hills near Siena, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

An impressive aerial view of Neuburg an der Donau, a picturesque town in Bavaria. The Danube meanders through the town and forms a small island surrounded by historic buildings with red roofs. Neuburg Castle, which towers majestically over the town and is a historical landmark, is particularly striking. The town is nestled in beautiful natural surroundings with green forests and expansive fields. Neuburg on the Danube, Bavaria, Germany

Foehn clouds over the Torres, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Entrance sign to Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Mount Cerro Torre, Laguna Torre Trail, El Chaltén, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina, South America

Hochsauerland

Lago Pehoe, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Lagunas Melizas, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

View over Lago Paine to the Cuernos and Torres del Paine, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Signpost Cuernos and Chileno, Mirador Las Torres, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

View from the Mirador de las Torres, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America