17 Dec 2023
Camptoloma lyperiiflorum
This species is easily recognized by the glandular hairs. It is found in the cliffs of western and southwestern Socotra, often in places protected by the sun.…
5 Feb 2023
Aden Currybush (Lasiosiphon socotranus)
As I neared the plateau the shade of the otherwise imposing Hoq cliffs of north eastern Socotra, the landscape opened up and the sun reached the ground in full…
5 Feb 2023
Scrophularia arguta
I encountered this one close to a vertical cliff that blocks the sun for many months of the year where only the early morning rays reach the ground. In…
14 Oct 2018
Savannah Elephant (Loxodonta africana)
The landscapes of Damaraland are incredibly beautiful, and when you encounter a group of desert elephants in the soft hues of sunrise, it takes your breath…
23 Apr 2018
Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus ssp. indicus)
The Indian elephant is commonly seen throughout the open landscape of Corbett National Park, but every now and then you are lucky to encounter them in the…
23 Apr 2018
Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus ssp. indicus)
I had many amazing elephant encounters during my stay in this diverse and beautiful park, but this one touched me deeply as the encounter happened not only…
23 Apr 2018
Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus ssp. indicus)
The Indian elephant is commonly seen throughout the open landscape of Corbett National Park, but every now and then you are lucky to encounter them in the…
20 Apr 2016
Tysbast (Daphne mezereum)
Etter en lang og mørk vinter er jeg virkelig sulten på liv, og søker kjente og kjære lokasjoner i området for å se hvordan det står til med planter og i dette…