7 May 2019
Green Rosella (Platycercus caledonicus)
A Tasmanian endemic, which means it lives nowhere else on Earth.
15 Apr 2017
Striated Laughingthrush (Grammatoptila striata)
Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan I encountered this species many times during my time in Bhutan, but rarely in clear view like this. In fact I thought I was…
6 Apr 2017
Hoary-throated barwing (Actinodura nipalensis)
Experiencing the rhododendron forests in bloom is an amazing experience in many ways as they are a magnet to so many incredible bird species. Sometimes you may…
31 Mar 2017
Long-tailed sibia (Heterophasia picaoides) on a Flame of the forest (Butea sp)
To the human eye a tree with just these flaming inflorescences is a wonder to behold, but for pollinators and nectar hunters alike this is a welcome and very…
15 Nov 2016
Seychelles Parrot (Coracopsis barklyi)
The Seychelles parrot is as its name implies endemic to the archipelago, which means it's a vulnerable species. In fact it's only found on one island, Praslin.…
15 Mar 2016
Rainbow Lorikeet (Trichoglossus haematodus)
This wonderfully colored bird is definitely into a balanced diet, as it will gladly take handouts like apples from us humans. In fact this is one of many pairs…
7 Dec 2014
Passiflora mansoi UV
Perhaps equally beautiful in UV as in visible light? -15.2997,-55.8406
6 Dec 2014
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…
6 Dec 2014
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…