Here’s a beautiful, snowy landscape that you can view from the warmth and safety of your own home. Check out these nature photos to get you excited for spring instead. Mom, you’re embarrassing me ...

The Nature Conservancy's photo contest recognizes stunning portraits of animals, landscapes, and plants.; This year's winners include sparring giraffes, a black sand beach, and neon mushrooms.

The winners were selected from among more than 8,000 entries across seven categories that included Birds, Mammals, Other Animals, Plants & Fungi, Landscapes and Nature’s Studio.