Antisana plant 03 (Geranium sp.)
At this altitude the Geraniums are very small, but still easy to recognize.
Gentiana sedifolia
I found many in bloom here in the Antisana Ecological Reserve. Mesmerizing color and pattern that can trick your eye's…
Gentianella cerastioides
At first glance it resembles a Crocus. I was lucky to visit when in bloom, and they thrive here in the Antisana…
Chuquiraga jussieui
An iconic flower - so huge and conspicuous. How is it able to make such a huge infloresence at this altitude and with…
Thick Firmoss (Phlegmariurus crassus)
This is perhaps the most eye-catching of all the club and fir-mosses, and is the first I've seen that's not green. It…
Carunculated Caracara (Phalcoboenus carunculatus)
This bird is all about the walk! At this altitude the Caracara was abundant, and they were strolling seemingly…
Chikku Chikku (Hypochaeris sessiliflora)
Many in the family have adapted the same way at this altitude - only one huge flower, barely above the ground and…
Antisana plant 01 (Asteraceae)
One of few in the family at this altitude that produces a tall stem. I encountered it here in Antisana Ecological…
American Kestrel (Falco sparverius)
I saw the Kestrel catch the rodent and then I lost sight of it, as we were driving. After I got out of the car I saw it…