Biodiversity Hotspot Collection (page 9)

Caribbean flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) flock in distance at dusk, Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, August

Caribbean flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber) silhouetted at dawn, Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, August

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

Maned wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus) setting out to hunt in grassland at dusk. Serra da Canastra National Park, Brazil

Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) head portrait, Espanola Island, Galapagos, South America

Scalesia pedunculata forest, Los Gemelos, Highlands, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Two Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) side by side, sharing body warmth, Fernandina Island, Galapagos, South America

Lava cactus (Brachycereus nesioticus) growing on bare lava, Fernandina Island, Galapagos, South America

Margay (Leopardus wiedii) on tree branch, Belize, Central America. 2017. Captive

Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) in rainforest, Costa Rica, Central America, 2016. Filmed for the BBC series Big Cats

Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) high up in tree, Costa Rica, Central America, 2016. Filmed for the BBC series Big Cats

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) yearling pup blowing bubbles. Champion Islet, Floreana Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Trees silhouetted against erupting Cumbre Vieja volcano at night, La Palma, Canary Islands, September 2021

Scalloped ribbonfish (Zu cristatus) juvenile, Balayan Bay, Batangas, the Philippines

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) inquisitive pup playing with Sally Lightfoot Crab (Grapsus grapsus). Plazas Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Snow leopard (Panthera uncia) mother and her sub-adult cub climbing up steep mountainside covered in thick snow, Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary, India. March

Bharal / Blue sheep (Pseudois nayaur) herd standing on a rocky slope, higher Himalaya mountains, Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary, India. March

Red-footed booby (Sula sula), brown morph, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands

Galapagos penguin (Spheniscus mendiculus), pair courting, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands

Galapagos hawk (Buteo galapagoensis), juvenile plumage, Bainbridge Crater, Galapagos Islands

Darwins cactus finch (Geospiza scandens), feeding on Opuntia cactus flower, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands

The Chocolate Hills are a geological formation in Bohol province in the Philippines. More than a thousand of these hills occur in a 50 square kilometre area

Eastern rockhopper penguins (Eudyptes chrysocome filholi), Auckland Island, December

Rowi or Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) male called Scooter in rainforest habitat. Okarito Forest, Westland, South Island, New Zealand

Group of Bigfin reef squids (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) swimming at night, Indonesia, Sea of Flores

Bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) swimming at night, Indonesia, Sea of Flores

Brown fur seal / Cape fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus), Western Cape, South Africa. Atlantic Ocean

Red sea fan (Paramuricea clavata) with gorgonian corals and Light-bulb sea squirt (Clavelina lepadiformis) Punta Carena, Capri Island, Sorrentine Peninsula, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean

Crinoid or feather star (Antedon mediterranea) on Violescent sea whip or Red sea fan (Paramuricea clavata) Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area, Amalfi Coast, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean

Sea anemone (Calliactis parasitica) usually associated with hermit crabs, here on a Mediterranean bonnet shell (Semicassis granulata), Ponza island, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean

Spotted gully shark (Triakis megalopterus) in coral reef. Simons Town, Western Cape, South Africa. June

Pyjama shark (Poroderma africanum) in reef. Simons Town, Western Cape, South Africa. June

Pyjama shark (Poroderma africanum), two in reef, amongst kelp. Simons Town, Western Cape, South Africa. May

Japanese bullhead shark (Heterodontus japonicus) on reef. Chiba Prefecture, Honshu, Japan. May

Javan leopard (Panthera pardus melas) captive, endemic to Java. Endemic. Critically endangered species

Banded sea krait (Laticauda colubrina) hunting in seagrass bed. Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Sri Lankan spotted chevrotain (Moschiola meminna) feeding, Sri Lanka

A portrait of a clown triggerfish (Balistoides conspicillum) on a coral reef. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Misool Marine Protected Area. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

A male pajama cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) incubating eggs in his mouth (not clearly visible). Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Crested drongo, (Dicrurus forficatus), Berenty National Park, Madagascar

Stellers sea eagle, (Haliaeetus pelagicus), on sea pack ice, Okhotsk Sea, Rausu, Hokkaido, Japan

Spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari), Kicker Rock, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos

Tail of Blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus brevicauda). This may be the pygmy sub-species of blue whale, Balaenoptera musculus. Mirissa, Sri Lanka, Indian Ocean

Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) feeding from Heliconia flower (Heliconia champneiana) La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Kottigehar dancing frog (Micrixalus kottigeharensis), male waving foot and calling, territorial behaviour. Agumbe, Western Ghats, India. Endemic

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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.