Biodiversity Hotspot Collection (page 4)

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) juvenile on beach, Galapagos

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) landing, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Stewart Island Brown Kiwi / Southern Tokoeka (Apteryx australis lawryi), female probing by scent for sand hoppers in rotting kelp beach wrack, Ocean Beach, Stewart Island, New Zealand

Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) male known as Scooter patrolling his territory, from population of 200. Okarito Forest, Westland, South Island, New Zealand

Great Spotted Kiwi (Apteryx hstii) foraging in rainforest habitat at night, NW Nelson, South Island, Otorohanga Breeding Facility, New Zealand

Moorish idol (Zanclus cornutus) juvenile with transparent skin in the open ocean at night off Anilao, Philippines

Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) being cleaned by a bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) at Monad Shoal off Malapascua Island, Philippines

Wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) in its juvenile or larval stage. At this stage it is transparent and drifts in the open ocean as plankton. Anilao, Philippines

Ribbon eel ( Rhinomuraena quaesita) Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Nudibranch (Chromodoris willani) with a scale worm. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Corkscrew or Long tentacle anemone (Macrodactyla doreensis). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Taylors pygmy leatherjacket (Brachaluteres taylori). Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Deckens sifaka (Propithecus deckenii) grooming each other, Tsimembo area, Madagascar. Lenses for Conservation project

Snares island crested penguin (Eudyptes robustus) colony on the coast, high angle view, Snares Island, New Zealand

Trumpetfish (Aulostomus chinensis) on the coral drop off, Sulu Sea, Philippines

Tufted grey langur (Semnopithecus priam priam) baby, Sri Lanka

Clownfish (Amphiprion sp) in anemone home, Philippines

Tapanuli Orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) Beti, juvenile female, daughter of Beta, in the trees, Batang Toru Forest, Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Project, North Sumatran Province, Indonesia

Sumatran Orangutan (Pongo abelii) female with very young baby, Gunung Leuser National Park, Sumatra, Indonesia

Bigeye trevally (Caranx sexfasciatus), a large shoal. Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

Rocks and coastal rainforest. Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica. 2018

Squirrelfish (Holocentrus sp) shoal amongst rocks. Near Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) basking on volcanic rock at coast. Isabela Island, Galapagos

Blue-lined snapper (Lutjanus kasmira) shoal. Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

Fish seeking shelter around floating tree in open ocean. Off coast of Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

Silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis). Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

Rufous motmot (Baryphthengus martii) perched on branch. Rancho Naturalista, Cartago, Costa Rica

Parrot snake (Leptophis ahaetulla) in aggressive pose with mouth open. Costa Rica

Keel-billed toucan (Ramphastos sulfuratus) perched on branch with beak open. Laguna del Lagarto, Alajuela, Costa Rica

Violet sabrewing hummingbird (Campylopterus hemileucurus) nectaring on Orchid. Costa Rica

Red-footed booby (Sula sula), adult and chick at nest. Genovesa Island, Galapagos

Red-footed booby (Sula sula), pair looking at one another on nest in tree. Egg is nest. Genovesa Island, Galapagos

Red-footed booby (Sula sula), pair perched in tree. Genovesa Island, Galapagos

Red-footed booby (Sula sula), pair nest building in tree. Darwin Bay, Genovesa Island, Galapagos

Nazca booby (Sula granti) at nest with egg. Overlooking sea, Gardner Islet, Floreana Island, Galapagos. December 2014

Nazca booby (Sula granti), pair amongst Prickly pear (Opuntia sp) cacti at coast. Wolf Island, Galapagos. August 2016

Nazca booby (Sula granti), pair billing. Genovesa Island, Galapagos. May 2015

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii), six diving into sea. Espumilla Beach, Santiago Island, Galapagos

Composite image of Wallaceas giant bee (Megachile pluto) with European honey bee (Apis melifera)
Composite image of Wallaces giant bee (Megachile pluto) with European honey bee (Apis melifera). This is the worlds largest bee, which is approximately 4 times larger than a European honey bee

Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) Togus, adult flanged male, Batang Toru Forest. Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Project, North Sumatran Province, Indonesia

Thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) swimming over seabed to be cleaned by cleaner wrasses, Cebu, Malaspascua, Philippines, September

Red-legged honeycreeper (Cyanerpes cyaneus) two males on barbed wire. Costa Rica

Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) and Horse-eye jacks (Caranx latus) Shark Ray Alley, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Belize Barrier Reef, Belize

White-throated magpie-jay (Calocitta formosa) Nicoya peninsula, Costa Rica. February

Adult Eyelash Pit Viper or Eyelash Viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) (Viperidae: Crotalinae). Distictive yellow / orange oropel form

Adult Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) active in forest canopy at night. Dry deciduous forest near Andranotsimaty. Daraina, northern Madagascar. Critically Endangered

Pairs of Scarlet Macaws (Ara macao) in flight. Osa Peninsula (near Corcovado National Park), Costa Rica, Central America

Canebreak treefrog (Aplastodiscus sp) Guainumbi Private Reserve, Sao Paulo, Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brazil

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A biodiversity hotspot is a magical realm where nature's wonders come alive. In the South coast of Santa Cruz Island, a courting pair of Blue-footed boobies captivate our hearts with their vibrant blue feet and intricate dance moves. Meanwhile, Sinbad the male Kakapo peeks curiously from his hiding spot, showcasing his unique charm and adorable curiosity. His feathers shimmer with shades of green as he explores the world around him. In Kagoshima Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan, a Male Leach's sea star steals the spotlight as it engages in broadcast spawning. Streams of sperm gracefully flow from its arms, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle that celebrates life beneath the waves. Moving to Santa Cruz Highlands, we witness a majestic Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise peacefully grazing on grass. Its ancient presence reminds us of the resilience and beauty found within these biodiverse hotspots. Costa Rica introduces us to leaf cutter ants tirelessly carrying plant matter through lush forests. Their industriousness symbolizes the interconnectedness and harmony present in these fragile ecosystems. Emerging from the depths of the sea floor is an Ocellate octopus swimming gracefully towards new adventures. Its mesmerizing colors and fluid movements remind us that there are countless mysteries waiting to be discovered below our oceans' surface. A male Fossa descends down a tree trunk in Madagascar's forest canopy. With agility unmatched by any other creature, it navigates its way through this biodiverse wonderland with grace and precision. The Galapagos penguin takes us underwater near Bartholome Island in search of food. Despite their small size, they thrive amidst powerful currents and prove that strength comes in all shapes and forms. Hokkaido welcomes three Red-crowned cranes soaring through its skies like elegant ballet dancers. Their synchronized flight showcases both their beauty and vulnerability as they navigate changing landscapes during migration season.