Oriental turtle dove (Streptopelia orientalis)

Oriental turtle dove (Streptopelia orientalis)

As the day is nearing its end, this individual is resting atop this tree stub as it's possibly well fed for the day. If not disturbed it might stay overnight.…


Seychelles blue pigeon (Alectroenas pulcherrimus)

Seychelles blue pigeon (Alectroenas pulcherrimus)

The Seychelles blue pigeon is beautiful and common species throughout the Seychelles islands, but on Bird Island where this was shot I encountered only two. It…


Seychelles blue pigeon (Alectroenas pulcherrimus)

Seychelles blue pigeon (Alectroenas pulcherrimus)

A common resident throughout the Seychelles archipelago you likely will see for the first time around the airport. On Bird Island, where this was shot, I did…


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…