17 Dec 2023
Simple-leaved Bean Caper (Zygophyllum simplex)
Elevation: 263 meters. Native range is Cape Verde, Sahara to Tanzania and Northwest India, Angola to South Africa.
5 Feb 2023
Blanford’s Rock Gecko (Pristurus insignis)
I've noticed this species much less frequently than those of the Socotra Mabuya (Trachylepis socotrana) and Socotra Rock Gecko (Pristurus sokotranus). At each…
4 Feb 2023
Simple-leaved Bean Caper (Tetraena simplex)
I encountered two individuals of this species near each other here in Erissel, Socotra's east-cape. This is my first and only encounter of the species so far…
4 Feb 2023
Simple-leaved Bean Caper (Tetraena simplex)
I encountered two individuals of this species near each other here in Erissel, Socotra's east-cape. This is my first and only encounter of the species so far…
4 Feb 2023
Zygophyllum qatarense
A really old individual holding on to life in harsh conditions, compared to the lush, vibrant and large specimens found in sands of Arher.
4 Feb 2023
Zygophyllum qatarense
This species thrives in the sands of Arher on the northeast coast of Socotra. Here they grow to their full potential and seem to never shed their leaves. Also…
4 Feb 2023
Zygophyllum qatarense
This species quite variable, both in size and morphology. By the dunes of Arher you will find the largest specimens, like this one, which is also in bloom. The…