South American Sea Lion (Otaria flavescens)

South American Sea Lion (Otaria flavescens)

Ballestas Islands off Paracas in Peru is one of very few protected areas of the Puruvian coast, and it's teaming with life. This group of sea lions seems to…


Galápagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki)

Galápagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki)

The landing on Punta Espinoza is a wide open sandy beach amidst young lavarock, that looks like solidified manure. I saw many sea lion pups here, and this one…


Bomarea hieronymi

Bomarea hieronymi

Bomarea is unmistakable and eye-catching. In a gloomy forest of green, the hanging inflorescence is one of few wonders of blossom accessible to us humans - as…


Bomarea multiflora

Bomarea multiflora

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Bomarea multiflora

Bomarea multiflora

It not only resembles a lily, but is a lily. It's a strong and vital plant, no wonder it's popular as a cut flower. Native range is Colombia and Ecuador.


Bomarea multiflora

Bomarea multiflora

This wonderful flower grows commonly along the main path in Yanacocha. This family is also found in almost every florist across the world. Native range is…