12 Dec 2014
Green kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana)
The Oxbow lake at the Amazon Research and Conservation Center (ARCC) offers many excellent opportunities for those interested in photographing or observing…
6 Dec 2014
Qualea multiflora
The protected areas of Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park is a treasure trove of plant species! Native range is Peru to Brazil and Paraguay.…
6 Dec 2014
Qualea multiflora
At first glance one might think this flower is missing petals, but not so! This is the design - why I wonder. Native range is Peru to Brazil and Paraguay.…
5 Dec 2014
Vellozia glauca
Only a few days, perhaps weeks a year this species produces huge and wonderful flowers. I was very grateful to be here at the very end of this short period.…
5 Dec 2014
Vellozia glauca
On my way into Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park, a tiny protected area on the immensely diverse Cerrado of Brazil, I saw this colorful flash of pink in the…
4 Dec 2014
Ringed Kingfisher (Megaceryle torquata)
In this moment in time it really could look like it's touching its head with the wing like we humans would when we think D'OH after we have done something…
29 Nov 2014
Ringed Kingfisher (Megaceryle torquata)
As I was enjoying my lunch in the shade of some large trees by the river this kingfisher swooped in and sat down on this branch right above me. Normally they…
29 Nov 2014
Green Kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana)
A common species in Pantanal, but not so often confident enough around humans that you get a nice shot like this. I was eating lunch in the shade of some large…