Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos)

Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos)

I found quite a few of this species in the small mangrove lagoon in the Shuab valley of western Socotra. They are migrants and will soon leave northwards to…


Whimbrel (Numenius phaeopus)

Whimbrel (Numenius phaeopus)

A few places rock of unusual colors come up to the surface on the beaches of Peru, and here an entire beach is red by this rock. It has become so popular with…


Passiflora mansoi UV

Passiflora mansoi UV

Perhaps equally beautiful in UV as in visible light? -15.2997,-55.8406


Passiflora mansoi

Passiflora mansoi

The protected areas of Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park is a treasure trove of plant species! Many of the fruits are edible and even very sweet, including…


Passiflora mansoi

Passiflora mansoi

The protected areas of Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park is a treasure trove of plant species! The number of plant species is enormous, and I am really…


Passiflora mansoi

Passiflora mansoi

The protected areas of Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park is a treasure trove of plant species. Native range is central Brazil.


Passiflora sp

Passiflora sp

The protected areas of Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park is a treasure trove of plant species! Please help me identify it - leave a comment.…


Stinking passionflower (Passiflora foetida)

Stinking passionflower (Passiflora foetida)

Very similar to the species found in the Galapagos islands - Stinking passionflower (Passiflora foetida) The resin is impossible for leaf eating insects to…