Biodiversity Hotspot Collection (page 10)

RF - Male Comet Moth (Argema mittrei). Mantadia National Park, eastern Madagascar. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Female ring-tailed lemurs (Lemur catta) carrying infants (3-4 weeks) on their backs across open ground. Berenty Private Reserve, southern Madagascar

Female Verreauxs sifaka (Propithecus verreauxi) carrying infant in forest canopy. Berenty Private Reserve, southern Madagascar

Wolf giant tortoise (Chelonoidis becki) group drinking from small puddles formed by fine drizzle. Wolf Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Wolf giant tortoise (Chelonoidis becki) portrait. Wolf Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Wolf giant tortoise (Chelonoidis becki) in habitat. Hybrids of mixed parentage with different shell shapes are scattered far and wide on the rugged west slope of Wolf Volcano

Galapagos fur seal (Arctocephalus galapagoensis) pups watching Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) Cape Douglas, Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Golden cownose rays (Rhinoptera steindachneri) swimming near mangrove roots, Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Spotted eagle rays (Aetobatus narinari) shoal among mangrove roots, Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos

White-cheeked pintails (Anas bahamensis) with Western Santa Cruz tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) at pond, Santa Cruz, Galapagos

Galapagos racer snake (Pseudalsophis biserialis) feeding on marine iguana hatchling, Cape Douglas, Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Racer snake (Pseudalsophis biserialis) feeding on lava lizard, Puerto Pajas, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming near coast with mangrove roots, , Posa de los Patillos, Fernadina Island, Galapagos

Scalesia pedunculata forest, Cerro Crocker Region, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Nazca booby (Sula granti) on the coast of Wolf Island, Galapagos

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) diving for fish prey, Borrero Bay, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) attacking Blue footed booby (Sula nebouxii) feeding chick. This bird is trying to steal the food from the parent. Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Galapagos hawk (Buteo galapagoensis) flying, carrying an iguana carcass, Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Galapagos dove (Zenadia galapagensis) on head of Galapagos giant tortoise, (Chelonoidis darwini) Santiago Highlands, Galapagos

Feral domestic cattle, Puerto Fragata, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Feral kitten with sleeping Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) Puerto Fragata, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Espanola saddelback tortoise (Chelonoidis hoodensis) pair mating, Espanola Island, Galapagos

Vegetarian finch (Platyspiza crassirostris) snips petals from a hardy vine, Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Short-eared owl (Asio flammeus) in flight, Santa Fe Island, Galapagos

Galapagos penguin (Spheniscus mendiculus) and Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) male, Isla Tortuga, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) with chicks begging for food, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Bairds tapir (Tapirus bairdii) walking along a beach in Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica. Endangered

Central American spider monkey (Ateles geoffroyi) juvenile, Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica. January

Panamic Cushion Sea Star (Pentaceraster cumingi) and a school of Yellow-tailed Grunt (Anisotremus interruptus), Galapagos Island, Ecuador. December

Blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) swimming, Indian Ocean, off Sri Lanka. March

A Giant clam (Tridacna gigas) surrounded by Lettuce coral (Turbinaria reniformis), Kosrae, Micronesia

Southern cassowary (Casuarius casuarius) Bali Bird Park, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia. Captive

Ribbon sweetlips (Plectorhinchus polytaenia) at Giant barrel sponge (Xestospongia muta) Tulamben, North coast, Bali, Indonesia. Lesser Sunda Islands

Pennant coralfish (Heniochus acuminatus) at Giant barrel sponge (Xestospongia muta) Bali tropical reef community, Tulamben, North coast, Bali, Indonesia. Lesser Sunda Islands

Chiragra spider conch shell (Harpago chiragra) in diverse tropical reef, Tulamben, North coast, Bali, Indonesia. Lesser Sunda Islands

Whitemargin stargazer (Uranoscopus sulphureus), at night Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Shorthead sabretooth blenny (Petroscirtes breviceps) inhabiting a discarded sponge-encrusted bottle on the sea bed. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Nudibranch (Goniobranchus kuniei, formerly in Chromodoris) Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Colorful Pfeffers flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) swimming over a colony of cup coral at night, Philippines

Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) male running. Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia. Endangered

Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) in Autumn Colours, Nagano, Japan

Black and white ruffed lemur (Varecia variegata) Palmarium Reserve, Ankanin Nofy, Madagascar

Zebra / Leopard shark (Stegostoma varium) swimming away from the bottom, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean

Close-up of a Egg-eating / Turtleheaded sea snake (Emydocephalus annulatus) with eggs coming out of its mouth, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean

Natural basin in Oro Bay with the New Caledonia pines (Araucaria columnaris) that gave the name to the island, New Caledonia, Pacific Ocean

RF - Skull of a male Himalayan ibex (Capra sibirica) (killed by a snow leopard) lying on steep rocky slope. Himalayas, Ladakh, northern India

Red-and-green macaw (Ara chloropterus) flock feeding at wall of clay lick, flying and perched in trees. Heath River, Tambopata / Bahuaja-Sonene Reserves, Amazonia, Peru / Bolivia border

Lined Leaf-tailed Gecko (Uroplatus lineatus). Active in dead palm fronds in forest understorey at night. Marojejy National Park, Madagascar

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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.