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 belonogaster saussurei is…
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…
19 Nov 2013
Paradise Jacamar (Galbula dea)
Paradise jacamar (Galbula dea) is definitely the most beautiful of the jacamars! From the western canopy tower of Cristalino Jungle Lodge I enjoyed not just…
12 Nov 2013
Rufous-tailed Jacamar (Galbula ruficauda)
You'll probably hear the characteristic song before you'll see this beautiful bird. This rufous-tailed jacamar (Galbula ruficauda) is sitting on a branch…
8 Dec 2011
White-chinned Jacamar (Galbula tombacea)
If you don't see this bird, you will definitely hear it. White-chinned jacamar (Galbula tombacea) sounds are simply amazing and unmistakable! It sounds like…
