9 Feb 2015
Utetheisa sp
At around 800 meter elevation and up the Euryops arabicus were in bloom and thus a lot of insects gathered to eat from the huge number of flowers. This was one…
6 Feb 2015
Belonogaster saussurei
During bloom the widespread shrub croton socotranus is an important food source for insects of all sizes. Here the paper wasp belongaster saussurei is visiting…
3 Feb 2015
Belonogaster saussurei
A beautiful specimen of Ochradenus socotranus, untouched by livestock due to its position high up a sheer cliff face. In the morning shade from the towering…
11 Dec 2014
Yellow-headed Sideneck Turtle (Podocnemis unifilis)
On every fallen tree in the oxbow lake at the Amazon Research and Conservation Center (ARCC) there was one or more turtle sunbathing and it seems this rather…
2 Dec 2014
Pantanal lepidoptera 02
One of just a few nocturnal lepidopteras I encountered at SouthWild Pantanal. I wonder how many species you can see here in the high season... Please help me…
2 Dec 2014
Pantanal lepidoptera 01
One of just a few nocturnal lepidopteras I encountered at SouthWild Pantanal. I wonder how many species you can see here in the high season... Please help me…
18 Nov 2013
Diaphania sp.
One of the last nocturnals before diurnal life set in - I was on my way to breakfast, and it was on its way to a safe place for the day. Please help me…
8 Nov 2013
Iguaçu Moth 01
I didn't have time exploring the nightlife during my stay inside the park, but this is one of a few I found resting during my diurnal activities. Please help…
8 Nov 2013
Leopard Moth (Pantherodes pardalis)
A striking moth that definitely does not blend with the surroundings. It rests here alongside the trail down the Iguaçu Falls.
8 Dec 2011
Yasuni Lepidoptera 15
Several species of lepidoptera have developed a striking resemblance to dead leaves, which of course is without any nutritional value except for fungus and…