12 Dec 2014
Green kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana)
The Oxbow lake at the Amazon Research and Conservation Center (ARCC) offers many excellent opportunities for those interested in photographing or observing…
19 Nov 2013
Brazil nut (Bertholletia excelsa)
The number of plant species you see from the canopy towers of Cristalino Jungle Lodge is impressive. Unfortunately most are overlooked, as the visitors are…
8 Dec 2011
Wild cocoa (Herrania mariae)
The fruit of the wild cocoa (Herrania mariae) starts off in an upright position, and as it matures, and the weight increases, gravity will eventually win and…
8 Dec 2011
Wild cocoa (Herrania mariae)
The inflorescence of wild cocoa (Herrania mariae) is otherwordly beautiful and mysterious, and unlike any I have encountered. Of course there are countless…
8 Dec 2011
Wild mango (Grias neuberthii)
I wonder what this wild mango (Grias neuberthii) fruit tastes like compared to the cultivated varieties. I for one am certain the fruit and the tree itself…
8 Dec 2011
Wild mango (Grias neuberthii)
Wild mango (Grias neuberthii) has an incredibly fascinating flower - thick, waxy and extremely tough. This tree grows close to the creek on the grounds of the…