5 Feb 2023
Blanford’s Rock Gecko (Pristurus insignis)
I've noticed Blanford's Rock Gecko (Pristurus insignis) much less frequently than those of the Socotra Mabuya (Trachylepis socotrana) and Socotra Rock Gecko…
3 Feb 2023
Black-crowned Sparrow-Lark (Eremopterix nigriceps ssp. melanauchen)
This location was full of bird song from the black-crowned sparrow-lark and other bird species. Most of Socotra is rather silent in regards to bird sounds. You…
1 Feb 2023
Socotra Rock Gecko (Pristurus sokotranus)
Socotra Rock Gecko (Pristurus sokotranus) is a common species revealing its location when darting to safety as you step near its location. If you see it from a…
4 Feb 2020
Hokkaido Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes ssp. schrencki)
I encountered several red foxes during my days in Hokkaido, but was surprised to see so many of them injured in various ways. One had a damaged front leg and…