Images Dated 28th November 2013

Monarch butterflies fly at the El Rosario butterfly sanctuary in Michoacan

Monarch butterflies fly at the El Rosario butterfly sanctuary on a mountain in the Mexican state of Michoacan November 27, 2013. Monarch butterflies have started arriving at a butterfly sanctuary in the central Mexican state of Michoacan - an annual spectacle that draws tourists, scientists and locals alike, but not in the arrival numbers expected. Biologist Felipe Martinez, Sub-Director of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, said the arrival has been delayed due to several cold fronts hitting Mexico and continued rain storms. In 2000, Mexico established a 56,000 hectare reserve for the butterflies in Michoacan and part of the State of Mexico, containing some 6.7 million trees. Picture taken November 27, 2013. REUTERS/Edgard Garrido (MEXICO - Tags: ENVIRONMENT ANIMALS TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY) - GM1E9BT0KD001

Early morning clouds and colorful rock formations, Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada, USA

Valley of Fire State Park is the oldest state park in Nevada, USA and was designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1968. It covers an area of 42, 059 acres (17, 021 ha) and was dedicated in 1935. It derives its name from red sandstone formations, the Aztec Sandstone, which formed from great shifting sand dunes during the age of dinosaurs. These features, which are the centerpiece of the parks attractions, often appear to be on fire when reflecting the suns rays

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The George Washington Strike Group and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships

Philippine Sea, November, 28, 2013 - The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), left, the George Washington Strike Group and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships participate in tactical maneuver training during Annual Exercise (AnnualEx) 13. AnnualEx 13 is designed to increase the defensive readiness and interoperability of Japanese and U.S. Naval forces through training in air and sea operations

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