Antillean Collection (page 4)

Audubons Shearwater (Puffinus lherminieri lherminieri) chick, sitting on human hand, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Solitary Sandpiper (Tringa solitaria) adult, breeding plumage, walking on mud, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Clapper Rail (Rallus longirostris pelodromus) adult, walking on mud in mangrove swamp, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Crested Oropendola (Psarocolius decumanus insularis) adult, perched on branch, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Dominican Anole (Anolis oculatus) adult, close-up of head, shedding skin, Dominica, Lesser Antilles, June

Eulers Flycatcher (Lathrotriccus euleri) adult, with nesting material in beak, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Violaceous Trogon (Trogon violaceus) adult male, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Pinnated Bittern (Botaurus pinnatus) adult, walking on tarmac, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Tufted Coquette (Lophornis ornatus) adult male, perched on flowerhead, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Insular Single Leaf Bat (Monophyllus plethodon) adult, held in gloved hand of researcher during biodiversity monitoring, Dominica, Lesser Antilles, June

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) crop, close-up of beans in drying tray, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) crop, beans in drying trays, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Bauxite aluminium ore opencast mine, Alcoa Road, Pedernales Province, Dominican Republic, January

Trucking Bauxite aluminium ore along Alcoa Road from opencast mines to port of Cabo Rojo, Pedernales Province, Dominican Republic, January

Loading bulk carrier with Bauxite aluminium ore at port, Cabo Rojo, Pedernales Province, Dominican Republic, January

Habitat regeneration, gradual recolonisation of pine saplings and vegetation in exhausted Bauxite aluminium ore opencast mine, Alcoa Road, Pedernales Province, Dominican Republic, January

Man collecting seaweed from beach for fertilizer, loading cart pulled by mule, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Rancher on horseback with cattle herd grazing lush depression in karst landscape, illegal cattle ranching in national park, Los Haitises N.P. Dominican Republic, January

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) crop, fermented beans drying naturally on plantation, Belmont Estate, Grenada, Grenadines, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, August

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) crop, close-up of fermented beans drying naturally on plantation, Belmont Estate, Grenada, Grenadines, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, August

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) crop, close-up of harvested pods, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) crop, close-up of pod, growing on tree, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) crop, beans in large bowl being coating in cocoa dance by worker, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Goat racing track, Buccoo Integrated Facility, Buccoo, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, October

View of stream in rainforest habitat, reserve established since 1764 and is oldest legally protected rainforest in the world, Main Ridge Forest Reserve, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, October

View of lush valley in karst landscape, Los Haitises N. P. Dominican Republic, January
View of lush valley in karst landscape, Los Haitises N.P. Dominican Republic, January

Che Guevara sculpture on building facade, Ministry of Interior, Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, Cuba, November

Esplanade and seawall in coastal city, Malecon (Avenida de Maceo), Havana, Cuba, November

View of mangroves in coastal lagoon habitat, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Road bridge over canyon, highest bridge in Cuba, Bridge of Bacunayagua, border between Matanzas Province and Mayabeque Province, Cuba, November

View over coastal flats at sunset, Cayo Coco, Jardines del Rey, Ciego de Avila Province, Cuba, March

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) freshly cut fruit with seed and Mace (outer aril) attached, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Poison Apple (Hippomane mancinella) close-up of trunk, looking up to canopy, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, September

Solitary Fishtail Palm (Caryota urens) close-up of leaves, Grenada, Grenadines, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, August

Pride of Barbados (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) close-up of seedpods, Grenada, Grenadines, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, August

Golden Apple (Spondias dulcis) close-up of fruit, growing on tree, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

Stolid Flycatcher (Myiarchus stolidus dominicensis) adult, perched on twig, Jaragua N. P. Dominican Republic, January
Stolid Flycatcher (Myiarchus stolidus dominicensis) adult, perched on twig, Jaragua N.P. Dominican Republic, January

Black-throated Green Warbler (Dendroica virens) immature female, first winter plumage, perched on bush, Jaragua N. P
Black-throated Green Warbler (Dendroica virens) immature female, first winter plumage, perched on bush, Jaragua N.P. Dominican Republic, January

Cuban Emerald (Chlorostilbon ricordii) adult, perched on twig, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Stripe-headed Tanager (Spindalis zena pretrei) adult female, perched on twig, Cayo Coco, Jardines del Rey, Ciego de Avila Province, Cuba, March

Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas) adult male, perched on log, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Northern Waterthrush (Seiurus noveboracensis) adult, feeding, standing on woodland floor, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Spectacled Thrush (Turdus nudigenis nudigenis) adult, perched on branch, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia gundlachi) adult male, perched on mangrove twig, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

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"Exploring the Antillean: A Journey through Nature's Treasures" Step into the world of the Antillean, a region rich in biodiversity and natural wonders. From the ancient Atlas Novus map of the Caribbean in the 17th century to present-day encounters with unique species, this caption takes you on an adventure through its remarkable landscapes. Witness the enchanting sight of an immature male Bee Hummingbird, perched delicately on a vine in Zapata Peninsula. Known as the world's smallest bird, it captivates with its vibrant colors and tiny size. The melodious tunes of the Antillean euphonia, scientifically known as Euphonia musica, fill your ears as you explore further. Its beautiful plumage adds a touch of elegance to these tropical surroundings. As you continue your journey, be amazed by Anthracothorax dominicus -the Antillean mango- hovering gracefully amidst blossoming flowers. Its iridescent feathers shimmer under sunlight, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Intriguing melodies resonate from Loxigilla violacea -the Greater Antillean bullfinch- as it flits between branches. Its vibrant red plumage contrasts against lush green foliage, showcasing nature's artistic palette. Prepare for an extraordinary encounter with two hummingbird species: The majestic Antillean crested hummingbird and ruby-topaz hummingbird; their aerial acrobatics leave you awe-inspired. Their vivid colors blend harmoniously with their surroundings while they compete for nectar-rich blooms. Delve deeper into this diverse ecosystem and stumble upon Megalomys desmarestii -the antillean giant rice rat-. This elusive creature scurries through dense vegetation but remains an integral part of this delicate balance. Marvel at protected forested hills in Trinidad's Northern Range Mountains near Blanchisseuse; their untouched beauty is both serene and captivating. Tranquility surrounds you as you breathe in the crisp air and take in the breathtaking vistas.