16 Dec 2023
Bark snails (Achatinelloides)
You can find these dormant (aestivating) Bark snails (Achatinelloides) sporadically throughout Socotra, but at this…
16 Dec 2023
Bark snails (Achatinelloides)
You can find these dormant (aestivating) Bark snails (Achatinelloides) sporadically throughout Socotra, but at this…
16 Dec 2023
Justicia rigida
Justicia rigida is found in Socotra's low-lying western plains and near the coast. It has white flowers, but I…
16 Dec 2023
Justicia rigida
Justicia rigida is found in Socotra's low-lying western plains and near the coast. It has white flowers, but I…
16 Dec 2023
Hemionitis scioana
Hemionitis scioana is a common fern found in Socotra’s shady locations, and very easy to recognize during growth as the…
16 Dec 2023
Socotra plant (Poaceae)
22 October 2023 cyclone Tej hit Socotra. The following weeks held plenty of rainfall, providing a steady foundation for…
16 Dec 2023
Cadaba insularis
This is likely the last mature individual of Cadaba insularis on Socotra, of this critically endangered species. This…
16 Dec 2023
Boswellia ameero
A mature and healthy Boswellia ameero with plenty of fresh foliage and new growth after the abundant winter rains. It…
16 Dec 2023
Boswellia ameero
Lots of fresh growth on this Boswellia ameero, a response to the abundant winter rains. It is one of several…
16 Dec 2023
Boswellia ameero
This Boswellia ameero is one of several growing near each other, seemingly easily accessible as they grow on the…
16 Dec 2023
Boswellia ameero
This Boswellia ameero is one of several growing near each other, seemingly easily accessible as they grow on the…