Rhinoceros Beetle

Rhinoceros Beetle

During my 4 nights at Hotel do Ype, this night stood out as a particularly busy in regard to number of insects. It was very humid - the clouds were low - and…


Cyclopogon apricus

Cyclopogon apricus

Native range of cyclopogon apricus is Bolivia and Argentina. Altitude: 2460 metres.


Cyclopogon apricus

Cyclopogon apricus

Native range of cyclopogon apricus is Bolivia and Argentina. Altitude: 2460 metres.


Amazon Lava Lizard (Tropidurus torquatus)

Amazon Lava Lizard (Tropidurus torquatus)

These lizards were common alongside the path following the Iguaçu Falls.


Pelidnota sordida

Pelidnota sordida

A brief encounter with pelidnota sordida, one of countless insect species in this magnificent park.