8 May 2019
Tasmanian Devil (Sarcophilus harrisii)
The first time I encountered this Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii) I was surprised how small and cute looking they were. I had the misplaced assumption…
15 Nov 2013
Six-Banded Armadillo (Euphractus sexcinctus)
As I was focusing on the many small and low plants in the sandy open spaces around the buildings of Pousada Xaraés, this six-banded armadillo (Euphractus…
13 Nov 2013
Six-Banded Armadillo (Euphractus sexcinctus)
I encountered a few armadillos while in Pantanal, and this six-banded armadillo (Euphractus sexcinctus) was racing in the open landscape. I had to run to keep…
7 Nov 2013
Nine-Banded Armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus)
During the hours between 18:00 and 09:00 when the Iguaçu National Park on the Brazilian side is closed, and only guests of the Hotel das Catarates have access,…
14 Nov 2012
Andean hairy armadillo (Chaetophractus nationi)
My first and only sighting the this species, and I was in luck as this species is hunted to such an extent that it's now red listed as vulnerable by IUCN. How…
24 Nov 2011
Bomarea hieronymi
Bomarea hieronymi is unmistakable and eye-catching. In a gloomy forest of green, the hanging inflorescence is one of few wonders of blossom accessible to us…
23 Nov 2011
Bomarea multiflora
Native range of bomarea multiflora is Colombia to Ecuador. -0.117222,-78.589722
23 Nov 2011
Bomarea multiflora
Bomarea multiflora not only resembles a lily, but is a lily. It's a strong and vital plant, no wonder it's popular as a cut flower. Native range is Colombia…
23 Nov 2011
Bomarea multiflora
This wonderful bomarea multiflora grows commonly along the main path in Yanacocha. This genus is also found in almost every florist across the world. Native…