Barrier Islands Collection

White sand beach lagoon on the coast of Ko Samui Island in the Gulf of Thailand, Thailand
White sand beach lagoon on the coast of Ko Samui Island in the Gulf of Thailand; Ko Samui, Surat Thani, Thailand

Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) growing upon Southern Live Oak (Quercus virginiana), Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands, Georgia, USA

Sand dollar (Echinarachnius parma), Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands, Georgia, USA

Cottonmouth (Agkistrodon piscivorus) or Water moccasin, Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands, Georgia, USA

Dog on beach, Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands, Georgia. USA

Coastal forest with Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) growing upon Southern Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) and Saw palmetto (Serenoa ripens) Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands, Georgia, USA

Suwannee Canal. Man made in 1891 to attempt to drain the swamp to facilitate logging
Suwannee Canal, Man made in 1891, Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, Florida, USA

American Alligator Baby (Alligator mississippiensis) Little St Simons Island
American Alligator Baby (Alligator mississippiensis), Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands, Georgia, USA

Eastern Glass Lizard (Ophisaurus ventralis) Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands
Eastern Glass Lizard (Ophisaurus ventralis), Little St Simons Island, Barrier Islands, Georgia, USA

Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) two adults, breeding plumage, in flight, plunge diving into sea for fish, Sanibel Island, Florida, U.S.A. March

Fish Crow (Corvus ossifragus) adult, standing on beach, Sanibel Island, Florida, U. S. A. March
Fish Crow (Corvus ossifragus) adult, standing on beach, Sanibel Island, Florida, U.S.A. March

Osprey (Pandion haliaetus carolinensis) adult pair with chicks, in flight and sitting at nest on manmade platform, Sanibel Island, Florida, U.S.A. March

Osprey (Pandion haliaetus carolinensis) adult, in flight, taking off from post, Sanibel Island, Florida, U. S. A. March
Osprey (Pandion haliaetus carolinensis) adult, in flight, taking off from post, Sanibel Island, Florida, U.S.A. March

American White Ibis (Eudocimus albus) two adults, foraging in shallow water, Sanibel Island, Florida, U. S. A. March
American White Ibis (Eudocimus albus) two adults, foraging in shallow water, Sanibel Island, Florida, U.S.A. March

View of sunbeams over coast at sunset, with bridge to South Padre Island, Port Isabel, Texas, U. S. A. april
View of sunbeams over coast at sunset, with bridge to South Padre Island, Port Isabel, Texas, U.S.A. april

Lesser Yellowlegs (Tringa flavipes) adult, breeding plumage, drinking, South Padre Island, Texas, U. S. A. april
Lesser Yellowlegs (Tringa flavipes) adult, breeding plumage, drinking, South Padre Island, Texas, U.S.A. april

Black-necked Stilt (Himantopus mexicanus) adult pair, courtship display in water, South Padre Island, Texas, U. S. A
Black-necked Stilt (Himantopus mexicanus) adult pair, courtship display in water, South Padre Island, Texas, U.S.A. april

Laughing Gull (Larus atricilla) adult pair, breeding plumage, courtship behaviour, standing on shore at coast, South Padre Island, Texas, U.S.A. april

Pectoral Sandpiper (Calidris melanotos) adult, breeding plumage, wading, South Padre Island, Texas, U. S. A. april
Pectoral Sandpiper (Calidris melanotos) adult, breeding plumage, wading, South Padre Island, Texas, U.S.A. april

Sora Rail (Porzana carolina) adult, breeding plumage, foraging on mud, South Padre Island, Texas, U. S. A. april
Sora Rail (Porzana carolina) adult, breeding plumage, foraging on mud, South Padre Island, Texas, U.S.A. april

Wilsons Phalarope (Phalaropus tricolor) adult males and females, breeding plumage, flock in flight, South Padre Island, Texas, U.S.A. may

Venice, satellite image
Venice and surroundings, satellite image. North is at top. Water is blue, vegetation is green and urbanised areas are orange. The black areas are submerged land

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Exploring the captivating world reveals a stunning array of wildlife and natural wonders. On Little St Simons Island, nestled within Georgia's Barrier Islands, one can witness the enchanting beauty that these unique landforms offer. As you stroll along the pristine white sand beach, keep an eye out for delicate Sand dollars like the Echinarachnius parma. These fascinating creatures leave intricate patterns in the sand as they gracefully glide through shallow waters. The island's diverse ecosystem is home to a variety of reptiles, including the infamous Cottonmouth or Water moccasin. While their presence may evoke caution, it serves as a reminder of nature's balance and resilience. A dog frolicking on this idyllic beach epitomizes the joyous freedom found on these islands. With endless stretches of sandy shores and crystal-clear waters, it's no wonder why both humans and animals find solace here. Venturing beyond Georgia's borders takes us to Ko Samui Island in Thailand. Here lies a breathtaking lagoon with its shimmering white sand beach—a true paradise where tranquility meets tropical allure. Back on Little St Simons Island, listen closely for the melodic croaks of Green Tree Frogs perched among lush vegetation. Their vibrant colors add splashes of vibrancy to this already picturesque landscape. But perhaps most iconic are the American alligators that call these barrier islands home. Gliding silently through marshes and maritime forests, they remind us of nature's raw power and ancient lineage. While exploring dunes on Little St Simons Island, you might encounter an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake—its distinctive diamond pattern serving as a warning sign amidst untamed beauty. In New Jersey’s Mantoloking region devastated by Hurricane Sandy—an aerial view showcases how barrier islands bear witness to Mother Nature’s fury but also demonstrate her ability to heal over time.