5 Feb 2015
Socotra warbler (Incana incana)
I was on my way to the very eastern tip of Socotra, and was looking so much forward to the beach - alas! Last year torrential rain washed away the road from…
3 Dec 2011
Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor ridgwayi)
The juvenile of the Great Frigatebird has a certain "naughtiness" and even a bit spookiness to it, and yes that is definitely what is to become of this juvie.…
3 Dec 2011
Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor ridgwayi)
For once I think the female is more beautiful - at least in this posture and light!
3 Dec 2011
Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor ridgwayi)
The male is less extravagant outside the breeding season when the red pouch is deflated. It's difficult to tell the the Great and Magnificent Frigatebird apart…