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Female dalmatian pelican on a sandy island in the middle of Lake Kerkini, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Tue, 07 May 2024 15:03:16 +0000

Greek tortoise (Testudo graeca) crossing a meadow with yellow flowers on Lesvos Island, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 17:00:55 +0000

Greek tortoise (Testudo graeca) close by a road in Lesvos, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 17:44:47 +0000

Colugo checking whats happing below in The Datai Bay, Langkawi, Malaysia

Willi Van Boven — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:46:07 +0000

The colugo, also known as the flying lemur or Sunda flying lemur, is a remarkable arboreal mammal found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore. Despite its name, the colugo is not a lemur and is not capable of true flight. Instead, it possesses a unique ability to glide through the forest canopy using a membrane of skin called the patagium, stretching from its neck to the tips of its fingers and toes. This adaptation allows the colugo to cover considerable distances between trees with remarkable precision. With large, round eyes adapted for low light conditions, the colugo is primarily nocturnal, feeding on a diet of leaves, shoots, flowers, and occasionally fruits. Its cryptic fur, varying from gray to brown, aids in camouflaging among the dense foliage. Colugos are characterized by a gentle and solitary nature, spending much of their lives in the treetops. Though facing threats from habitat loss, these extraordinary gliders are emblematic of the diverse and unique fauna found in the lush rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Violet Limodore orchid (Limodorum abortivum), Lesvos, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:27:48 +0000

Greek tortoise (Testudo graeca) in a field on Lesvos Island, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:09:44 +0000

Greek tortoise (Testudo graeca) hangin around on Lesvos Island, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:09:05 +0000

Greek tortoise (Testudo graeca) in field of flowers on Lesvos, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:04:45 +0000

Oriental pied hornbill (Anthracoceros albirostris) waiting in the nesting tree

Willi Van Boven — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:15:38 +0000

The Oriental Pied Hornbill, scientifically known as Anthracoceros albirostris, is a striking bird native to the dense tropical forests of Southeast Asia. Recognized for its distinctive appearance, the Oriental Pied Hornbill boasts a black and white plumage, a prominent casque on its bill, and a strikingly patterned face marked by a narrow band of bare skin around its eyes. This medium-sized hornbill is renowned for its peculiar nesting habits; it seals itself and its mate within a tree cavity during the breeding season, leaving only a narrow slit through which it receives food from the male. The diet of the Oriental Pied Hornbill primarily consists of fruits, supplemented by insects and small vertebrates. As a vital part of the forest ecosystem, these hornbills play a crucial role in seed dispersal, contributing to the regeneration of the diverse flora in their habitat. However, like many species, the Oriental Pied Hornbill faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation. Conservation efforts aim to preserve its natural habitat and raise awareness about the importance of protecting these charismatic birds, ensuring the continued existence of this remarkable species in the biodiversity-rich landscapes of Southeast Asia.

Golden orb weaver spider (Nephila pilipes) in its web, Langkawi, Malaysia

Willi Van Boven — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 16:43:54 +0000