Biodiversity Hotspot Collection (page 8)

Red eyed tree frog (Agalychnis callidryas) La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Strawberry poison dart frog (Oophaga pumilio) La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Strawberry poison dart frog (Oophaga / Dendrobates pumilio) sitting in cup fungus, La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Parsons Chameleon (Calumma parsonii) climbing in rainforest understorey. Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, eastern Madagascar

Black-crowned Central American squirrel monkey (Saimiri oerstedii oerstedii) Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. IUCN Red List Vulnerable species

Scarlet macaw (Ara macao) pair in tree, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

RF - Scarlet macaw (Ara macao) pair preening, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

RF - Eyelash Pit Viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) Costa Rica

Golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia) mother with baby on back. Captive, occurs in the Atlantic Rainforest of Brazil. Critically endangered

Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) in habitat, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Aerial view of the River Kinabatangan and riverine tropical rainforest, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia

Terskey Alatau Mountains, Karakol, Kyrgyzstan. August 2016

Young Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata) kissing another macque in the thermal hot springs, Jigokudani, Japan, January

Ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta) female carrying two babies. Anjaha Community Conservation Site, near Ambalavao, Madagascar

Japanese Macaque (Macaca fuscata) baby enjoying a relaxing moment in the hot spring in Jigokudani, Japan. January

Thimble jellyfish (Linuche unguiculata) aggregation, My Paradise Reef, Cabilao Island, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines, Pacific Ocean

Three False clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) in Sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica) Lighthouse Reef, Cabilao Island, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines, Pacific Ocean

Geoffroys spider monkey (Ateles geoffroyi) walking along branch, Corcovado National Park, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica, Endangered species. Small repro only

Tropical shield mantis (Choeradodis rhombicollis) in defensive position, on flower, Chinambi, Carchi, Ecuador

Three Strawberry poison frogs (Oophaga pumilio) on rock, Sarapiqui, Heredia, Costa Rica

Rio pescado harlequin toad (Atelopus balios) pair on branch, female on the left, Azuay, Ecuador, Critically endangered species, possibly extinct

Sword billed hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) in flight, Guango, Napo, Ecuador

RF - View up Quiver tree (Aloidendron dichotomum), Western Cape, South Africa

RF- Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae) with cub, aged four months, captive, occurs in Sumatra, Indonesia

Juvenile Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae), aged four months, captive, occurs in Sumatra, Indonesia

Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) swimming over a sandy bottom, Roatan Island, Bay Islands, Honduras Carribean. Captive dolphins used in spectacle; they go out the fence for some minutes a day

Light-mantled sooty albatross (Phoebetria palpebrata) in flight at sunset, Southern Ocean between Invercargill and Campbell Island, New Zealand, December

Caribbean flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) flock flying in formation, Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, January. Bookplate

Caribbean flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) flying, Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, January. Bookplate

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) group of three, camouflaged on frozen lake, Kussharo, Hokkaido Japan

Japanese / Red-crowned crane (Grus japonicus) three in flight, Hokkaido Japan February

Caribbean flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) two walking, Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, September. Bookplate

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) and Sally-lightfoot crabs (Grapsus grapsus) on rocks at high-tide with sea spray, Galapagos Islands, South America

Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) couple in flight and breaking to land Corcovado National Park, Osa peninsula, Costa Rica

Large whip goby (Bryaninops amplus) with a parasitic copepod (with two trailing egg ribbons) perched on Red whip coral. Whale Rock. Fiabacet Islands, Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) male sitting in tree, portrait. Hokkaido, Japan. March

RF - Red panda (Ailurus fulgens) portrait, captive, occurs in Himalayas. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Black-crowned Central American squirrel monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) pair playing with each other Manuel Antonio National Park, Quepos, Costa Rica

Aerial panorama of autumn foliage in southern Hokkaido, Japan

Spinner dolphin (Stenella longirostris) engaged in spinning manoeuvre, Sri Lanka. Composite sequence of images

Caribbean flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) landing, Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, January. Bookplate

Aerial view of Caribbean flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber) flying over the coastal lagoon, Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, May. Bookplate

Black-crowned Central American squirrel monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) pair playing with each other Manuel Antonio National Park, Quepos, Costa Rica

Japanese red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris orientis) struggling with long branch collected for construction of nest. Hokkaido, Japan

Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) gliding through forest canopy during light snowfall. Hokkaido, Japan. February

A sprouting coconut floating in the sea close to the shore, Yap, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Blue / Rippled triggerfish (Pseudobalistes fuscus), adult and three juveniles, composite image on black background, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, Indo-Pacific

Pfeffers flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) composite image on black background showing colour variations, Puerto Galera, Philippines, Indo-Pacific

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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.