9 Nov 2016
Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata)
This is a terribly lonely tortoise. It was removed from its homeland of Madagascar decades ago to this island (Bird Island) when the island was a coconut and…
7 Nov 2016
Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea)
This giant tortoise species is named after one of the largest atolls in the world, Aldabra, which is also its last stronghold after centuries of human…
11 Nov 2013
Greater Rhea (Rhea americana)
Perhaps the first you'll notice when you come to Fazenda San Fransico are all the Rheas leisurely strolling around the farm - some very close to the buildings…
11 Nov 2013
Greater Rhea (Rhea americana)
At this level the rhea's head is small compared to the body of the parrot. When I look at its facial expression I can't help but giggle - it's so cute! Rheas…
17 Nov 2012
Altiplano plant 18 (Juncaceae)
Grows on the salty portions of the rim of the Salar de Uyuni that receives fresh water sporadically. Please help me identify it - leave a comment! Altitude:…
17 Nov 2012
Altiplano plant 18 (Juncaceae)
Grows on the salty portions of the rim of the Salar de Uyuni that receives fresh water sporadically. Please help me identify it - leave a comment! Altitude:…
15 Nov 2012
Patosia clandestina
A common plant that makes huge, dense mats around the springs, streams, rivers and some areas of the lagoons. Everything about this plant is hard and pointy.…
1 Apr 2012
Hårfrytle (Luzula pilosa)
Hårfrytlen gjør ikke mye av seg og de fleste legger ikke engang merke til den. Likevel er dette en av de aller første vekstene som blomstrer, og er ikke til å…