These 10 photos from @NatGeo will blow your mind
National Geographic, the heaven for high-quality photography from all over the world, is also a major force on Instagram where its 6,830 images recently topped 1 billion likes from 20.9 million followers.
By handing over the keys to photographers who are out in the field, National Geographic has been able to give its Instagram followers immediate and intimate access to the marvels of our planet.
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As Instagram director of community Amanda Kelso stated:
"The @natgeo account represents the best of Instagram, with images that instantly transport you to some of the most unique and remote places in the world. With its team of photographers, National Geographic has embraced the storytelling possibilities of Instagram and built an enormous following with a diverse, new generation of people who can explore the world through its imagery."
So let's explore!
Here are some of the craziest NatGeo images your eyeballs have ever seen
1 - These monkeys chilling in their natural Spa
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on Apr 11, 2015 at 5:27am PDT
2 - Forget about your indoor rock climbing gym
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on Apr 9, 2015 at 4:43am PDT
3 - Just WOW
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on Apr 5, 2015 at 7:27am PDT
4 - The hunter with possibly the longest whip you have ever seen
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on May 14, 2015 at 8:00am PDT
5 - ...NOPE
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on May 12, 2015 at 4:11pm PDT
6 - YUP
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on Apr 5, 2015 at 8:22am PDT
7 - This family literally riding home
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on May 5, 2015 at 6:27am PDT
8 - And this other family of fluffs
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on May 4, 2015 at 2:24pm PDT
9 - Your dream break from the summer heat
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on May 31, 2015 at 6:54am PDT
10 - This guy which you shouldn't distract for any reason
A post shared by National Geographic (@natgeo) on Jun 20, 2014 at 6:25am PDT
And these gorillas taking selfies in the bathroom: