Latin America Collection (page 100)

An adult Southern rockhopper penguin, Eudyptes chrysocome, at rookery on New Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean

Saturniid moth (Saturniidae) with wings open to reveal eyespots, a means of deterring predators, Caribbean Slopes, Cordilera de Talamanca, Costa Rica

Red cracker butterfly (Hamadryas amphinome) captive occurs in the Americas

RF- Marine Iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) head portrait, Fernandina island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) female digging nest, North coast, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Alcedo giant tortoise (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) group resting in pool, Alcedo Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

School of Bonito (Sarda orientalis) in open water. Darwin Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Amazonian Horned Frog (Ceratophrys cornuta) camouflaged amongst leaf litter on lowland rainforest floor, waiting to ambush passing prey. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru. November

Katydid / Bush Cricket (Tettigoniidae) camouflaged amongst cloud forest understory vegetation. 1600 metres altitude, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru. November

Sword-billed hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) hovering in flight, North-Ecuador

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) in the surf, Black Beach, Floreana Island, Galapagos

San Cristobal giant tortoises (Chelonoidis chatamensis), fighting, Galapaguera, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) in water, Puerto Egas, Santiago Island, Galapagos

Marine iguanas (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) silhouettes at sunset, Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) on shore, Punta Moreno, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) female digging nest, North coast, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas), female returning to the sea after egg laying, Puerto Pajas, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Galapagos lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) sitting on Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island, Galapgos

Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendants (Chelonoidis elephantopus) feeding on flower. These are descendants of the extinct Floreana giant tortoise, but are hybridised with other species

Alcedo giant tortoise (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) silhouetted at sunrise, Alcedo Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Alcedo giant tortoise (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) group resting in water at night, Alcedo Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

School of Bonito (Sarda orientalis) in open water. Darwin Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Green-banded urania moth (Urania leilus) moths drinking salts from mineral-rich river clay, a behaviour know as puddling. On the banks of the Manu River, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

Nictitating membrane covering eye of Map Treefrog (Hypsiboas geographicus). The membrane affords camouflage and protection from dryness whilst allowing the frog to see

River running through cloud forest, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

Andean Cock-of-the-rock male {Rupicola peruvianus} at lek in cloud forest canopy. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru. November

Katydid / Bush Cricket (Tettigoniidae) camouflaged amongst cloud forest understory vegetation. 1600 metres altitude, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru. November

Crab Spider (Thomisidae) waiting in an orchid to ambush its prey. Cloud forest, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru. November

Great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) dorsal fin visible on surface. Guadalupe Island, Mexico

Las Lajas Sanctuary, Narino Departmant, Colombia, South America

San Francisco Church, Popayan, Cauca Department, Colombia, South America

Colibri Hummingbird, La Montana, Salento, Quindio Department, Colombia, South America

Embalse del Penol, elevated view from El Penon de Guatape, Rock of Guatape, Antioquia Department
Embalse del Penol, elevated view from El Penon de Guatape (Rock of Guatape), Antioquia Department, Colombia, South America

La Inmaculada Concepcion Cathedral at dusk, Barichara, Santander Department, Colombia, South America

El Cabo San Juan del Guia beach at sunset, Tayrona National Natural Park, Magdalena Department, Caribbean, Colombia, South America

Las Lajas Sanctuary, elevated view, Narino Departmant, Colombia, South America

TheA macaroni penguinsA (Eudyptes chrysolophus) roaming around
Macaroni penguins (Eudyptes chrysolophus) roaming around New Island, Falkland Islands, South America

El Cabo San Juan del Guia beach, Tayrona National Natural Park, Magdalena Department, Caribbean, Colombia, South America

El Cabo San Juan del Guia beach, elevated view, Tayrona National Natural Park, Magdalena Department, Caribbean, Colombia, South America

Grey whale (Eschrichtius robustus) calf, San Ignacio Lagoon, El Vizcaino Biosphere Reserve, Baja California, Mexico, March

Pink-toed tarantula (Avicularia avicularia), female waiting in ambush outside daytime lair in palm tree trunk. Heath River, Tambopata / Bahuaja-Sonene Reserves, Amazonia, Peru / Bolivia border

Bell glass frog (Cochranella nola) from below, photographed on a pane of glass in Manu Biosphere Reserve, Peru

Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla), two sniffing air in savanna. Caiman Ecological Refuge, Southern Pantanal, Moto Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Saltpan, San Ignacio Lagoon, El Vizcaino Biosphere Reserve, Baja California, Mexico, February

Blurred motion image of Caribbean flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) juveniles, captured to be tagged and released to the wild, captive, Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico

Finespotted Jawfish (Opistognathus punctatus), Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, June

Long Beaked Common Dolphin (Delphinus capensis), Espiritu Santo National Park, Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California), Mexico, February

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) in mangrove canals, Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, June

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Latin America: From Olympic Protests to Ancient Civilizations" a region brimming with diverse cultures, historical landmarks, and breathtaking natural wonders. In 1968, the Olympic Games in Mexico City witnessed an iconic moment when American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies, highlighting social injustice. Australian Peter Norman stood by them wearing an OPHR badge in solidarity. Diego Rivera's murals at the Ministry of Public Education in Mexico City capture the essence of Latin American heritage. His masterpiece "Day of the Dead" depicts this vibrant Mexican celebration honoring departed loved ones, while "Pre-Columbian Life" showcases the rich history of Zapotec Civilization. Venturing further south to Argentina's Santa Cruz Province, we find Cueva de las Manos (Cave of Hands), adorned with ancient handprints dating back thousands of years. Meanwhile, Panama's Kuna Indians proudly display their traditional molas – intricately designed textiles representing their cultural identity. A glimpse into Cuba's past can be seen through a map printed in the United States around 1900, reflecting its complex relationship with its northern neighbor. Moving on to Ecuador's capital city Quito, Pichincha Volcano stands tall as a backdrop for this bustling metropolis. Nature lovers will be captivated by Brazil's Aquario Natural where an underwater river scene reveals freshwater plants and Tetra fish thriving harmoniously beneath Rio Baia Bonito’s crystal-clear waters. The majestic Harpy Eagle perches high above Soberania National Park in Panama while Piraputanga fish gracefully navigate Aquario Natural’s underwater landscape. No exploration would be complete without visiting Peru’s Machu Picchu – The lost city of the Inca nestled amidst awe-inspiring mountain peaks. This UNESCO World Heritage site is steeped in mystery and showcases remarkable architectural achievements from a bygone era.