Nature abounds with leapers. Salmon bound tirelessly upstream to spawn. Tigers use powerful leg muscles to spring in to action when unsuspecting prey ambles by. Most dolphins seem to enjoy jumping out of the water for fun, but other species, such as mudskippers, do it to attract a mate. (Also see pictures of jumping animals in honor of Leap Year.)

Take a look at these 32 amazing shots of animals caught mid-air around the world.