137. This Beautiful Wave

Possible Camera Used: Panasonic LUMIX FX300
Where to Buy: Amazon
Avg. Cost: $498*
Waves are usually caused by wind, as most of us know. Wind blows across the surface of the water, disturbing it and causing a ripple to form. Waves can be large or small, and, though there are a million of them, it takes a dedicated photographer to capture an image such as this.

This Beautiful Wave @boredpanda/Pinterest
This wave, caught right before it crested, looks as though it is made from glass. The photographer was able to capture it at just the right moment, and the shallow water composing the wave is incredibly clear.

138. This Picture Will Confuse You

Possible Camera Used: iPhone 12
Where to Buy: Apple
Avg. Cost: $600-$780*
This image will certainly confuse you, as it looks as though this random swimmer is walking on water. Though we all know this isn’t the Second Coming, the way this photo was taken is quite inventive.

This Picture Will Confuse You @ranker/Pinterest
More than likely, it was videoed, probably on an iPhone or Galaxy. Then, the footage was paused at the exact moment this person was about to hit the water. We applaud their creativity, as it probably took quite a few takes to get the video exactly right.

139. A Reminder of Why We All Hate Mosquitos

Possible Camera Used: Fujifilm X-T4
Where to Buy: Amazon
Avg. Cost: $1,699*
A macro-photography camera like the Fujifilm TX-4 had to have been used to capture this image, which serves as a great reminder of why we all hate mosquitos. In this photo, we’re getting a close-up look at a bite from one of these disease-carrying pests.

A Reminder of Why We All Hate Mosquitos ©Digital Images Studio/Shutterstock
When a mosquito bites someone, it pierces your skin with its mouthpart to suck his or her blood. In exchange, the unwitting victim gets a lovely dose of skeeter saliva injected into their skin, which then causes an itchy, red bump that they can’t help but scratch.

140. Fire Breathing Golden Dragon

Possible Camera Used: Google Pixel 7
Where to Buy: Google Store
Avg. Cost: $600*
Golden Retrievers are a lot of things—friendly, dopey, a bit goofy, but last we checked, they weren’t fire breathing dragons. This photo is the epitome of a “Perfectly Timed” picture, making this pup look as though he’s either breathing fire or eating it.

Fire Breathing Golden Dragon @curazy/Pinterest
In reality, he’s gnawing on a stick he probably shouldn’t have, and the flames just happened to form at the right time. Really any type of camera could have been used for this shot, but it was most likely snapped on-the-fly with a cell phone.

141. Oh, Hello

Possible Camera Used: Sony A9 II
Where to Buy: Best Buy
Avg. Cost: $4,500*
The person who took this photo was probably thanking their lucky stars that they weren’t the ones getting crept up on by this lion. This hunter (our guess, judging from the rifle with a scope) was having a lie-in in his tent when a lion turned the tables on him.

Oh, Hello @crockettsclass/Pinterest
We’re not sure of the outcome of this incident, but we have our fingers crossed that the lion got a McHuman Happy Meal. Lions are vulnerable, which means their population is decreasing, largely due to human hunters and habitat loss.

142. Seems Like A Bad Day

Possible Camera Used: iPhone 8
Where to Buy: Walmart
Avg. Cost: $198*
According to the unlucky person who posted this photo, which was likely snapped with a cell phone, they “came back from lunch to…this.” A swarm of bees is all over their car, and getting any closer than they already are is a recipe for some stings.

Seems Like A Bad Day @boredpanda/Pinterest
These bees could be swarming for reproductive purposes, or, more than likely, the Queen got stuck near the wheel. They could also be, unfortunately, building a nest. Hopefully, this person called an exterminator, pronto.

143. It’s A Goat, What Do You Expect?

Possible Camera Used: Canon EOS R7
Where to Buy: Canon Global
Avg. Cost: $1,400*
“PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB ON ROCKS.” That’s what this sign says, but, unfortunately for whoever put it up, goats can’t read, hence why this one is staring defiantly from his perch on the rocks.

It’s A Goat, What Do You Expect? @matadornetworktravel/Pinterest
Goats, though rule-breakers, are great climbers. They see rocks, and they just can’t help themselves. Their hooves are perfect for climbing, much like how human fingers are perfect for grabbing onto things.

144. This Photo Requires A Second Look

Possible Camera Used: Sony a6400
Where to Buy: Sony
Avg. Cost: $900*
If you weren’t completely focusing on this picture, you might’ve thought, at first glance, that this was yet another pipe dumping something toxic into a body of water. Happily, that is not the case, as this picture is of a white, fluffy goose.

This Photo Requires A Second Look @r/confusing_perspective/Pinterest
Geese get into everything, and they’re not afraid to poke their heads to look for food. This goose likely got a nasty surprise when he realized that this pipe did not have any snacks or treats—instead, it probably just smelled like sewage.

145. This Eclipse Shot Is One-In-A-Million

Possible Camera Used: Nikon 1
Where to Buy: Amazon
Avg. Cost: $450*
Though there were a lot of photos from the famous eclipse of 2017, this one was easily one of the most incredible. It looks as though it is something out of a fantasy or sci-fi blockbuster, but it was taken on the fly, likely with a cell phone or an eclipse-ready digital camera like the Nikon 1.

This Eclipse Shot Is One-In-A-Million @boredpanda/Pinterest
“The Great American Eclipse,” as it was called by the media, was an event that most of us will only experience once. It was the first time a total solar eclipse had happened in the States since 1918.

146. Singin’ In The Rain

Possible Camera Used: Canon EOS-1D X Mark III
Where to Buy: Canon Global
Avg. Cost: $6,499*
A lot of us think of snakes as reptiles that only like to bask in the sun, but they are also fond of rain, too. Rain tends to bring out snakes, as you can see from this photo, which looks like a reptile version of Singin’ In The Rain.

Singin’ In The Rain @cheezburgerpins/Pinterest
Snakes love overcast skies and humid weather, both of which are common after a storm. After a storm, frogs are often outside, providing our reptilian friends with an all-you-can eat amphibian buffet.

147. The Remains of This Long-Lost Caribou

Possible Camera Used: iPhone 4
Where to Buy: eBay
Avg. Cost: $44*
Found on an aptly-named Reddit thread called r/OddlyTerrifying, this image is a reminder that nature is beautiful, yet also terrifying. This is the skeleton of a long-lost caribou, which likely fell into this narrow gorge and was unable to free himself.

The Remains of This Long-Lost Caribou @boredpanda/Pinterest
Alas, it was a rather gruesome way to go, and a hiker who stumbled upon the skeleton couldn’t help but take a picture of its eerie placement. It’s terrifying to see how quickly—and thoroughly—the caribou was picked clean.

148. Imagine Being Stuck In This Traffic

Possible Camera Used: DJI Mini 2
Where to Buy: DJI
Avg. Cost: $449*
This photo is headache-inducing just by looking at it. This traffic is crazy, both on the massive highway and the side streets. If you looked out your window and saw that traffic, you’d just have to resign yourself to staying home.

Imagine Being Stuck In This Traffic @urbanfeminite/Pinterest
This photo was probably taken with a drone like the DJI Mini 2, judging from the height of the image. We’re going to hazard a guess that this photo was taken during rush hour, likely on the highway heading into or leaving a major city.

149. Heaven’s Gate, China

Possible Camera Used: Ricoh G900
Where to Buy: B&H Photo-Video
Avg. Cost: $775*
Located within China’s Tianmen Mountain National Park, Heaven’s Gate is a must-see for those traveling to the country. It is incredible no matter the weather, and you can only access it via a cable car that climbs 4,000 feet (25,458 feet in total) to the peak of Tianmen Mountain.

Heaven’s Gate, China @vedenyo/Pinterest
Heaven’s Gate, which appears to be an otherworldly portal, was created when a piece of the mountain tumbled off (at least, that’s the story according to Chinese folklore). This photographer managed to snap a picture of this landmark when there was mist surrounding it, making it truly look as though it was a portal to the heavens.

150. Cool Photo, But…Ouch

Possible Camera Used: Olympus Tough TG-6
Where to Buy: Amazon
Avg. Cost: $500*
Right place, right time—at least, that’s partially true for this photograph. It’s very cool-looking, no doubt taken with a macro-photography camera, but we winced thinking of the painful sting and red bump that was sure to follow.

Cool Photo, But…Ouch @Narrativeteam/Pinterest
Bee venom isn’t toxic unless you are allergic to it, and it usually just causes pain and swelling. If you’re mad at the bee for stinging you, just remember that he dies a gruesome death as a result, self-amputating to leave the stinger inside your skin.