Capturing the perfect moment on camera can often require quick reflexes and a willingness to hit the shutter button without hesitation. From unexpected events to fleeting emotions, there are countless instances where taking that photo at just the right time can make all the difference. Here are 16 moments where pressing the camera button without hesitation was crucial:
1. I put my nine-month-old to bed with the aurora for a night light this weekend

2. Cat Leaping

3. This hominin taking a selfie

4. Jumping dog

5. This bird caught a mouse

6. Mutual appreciation

7. Cliff camping

8. Someone used the fungus growing on the tree to create artwork and the results are magical

9. Wasp carrying a fly

10. Photo of a Peacock Bird

11. A heart shaped Antlers Stag in Bushy Park

12. Shadow from the building aligns perfectly with the pole

13. Man in front of plants

14. Morgan Freeman’s new job

15. This man kissing an elephant

16. Mammatus Clouds. The most unusual clouds in the world

17. Afro Bougainville

18. Bird taking a drink of water

19. End of the bout

20. Figure skaters
