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A stripeless tree frog (Hyla meridionalis) or Mediterranean tree frog in the bushes, Constantina, South Spain

Willi Van Boven — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:54:20 +0000

A Mediterranean tree frog (Hyla meridionalis) or stripeless tree frog in the bushes, Constantina, South Spain

Willi Van Boven — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:53:47 +0000

European rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes nasicornis) climbing on a trunk, Greece

Willi Van Boven — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 13:38:28 +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.

Cicada orni during the summer in the Drôme region, South of France

Willi Van Boven — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:31:35 +0000

The Cicada orni, commonly known as the Mediterranean orni cicada, is a species of cicada found in the Mediterranean region, including Southern Europe, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East. Recognized for its distinctive singing, the male Cicada orni produces a loud, buzzing sound that contributes to the characteristic chorus of cicadas during the warm summer months. These insects are well-adapted to hot climates and are often found in diverse habitats, ranging from coastal areas to inland regions. With their transparent wings and large compound eyes, Cicada orni are skilled fliers, and their life cycle involves a prolonged nymph stage spent underground before emerging as adults. While their songs are a quintessential part of the summer soundscape, Cicada orni also serve ecological roles, contributing to nutrient cycling as their nymphs feed on plant roots and adults play a role in pollination.

Parrot snake (Leptophis ahaetulla) in a rainforest, La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Willi Van Boven — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:29:29 +0000

Parrot snake (Leptophis ahaetulla) in the rainforest, La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Willi Van Boven — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:28:29 +0000

Violet Limodore orchid (Limodorum abortivum), Lesvos, Greece

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

Moth killed by the Cordyceps Fungus, Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal, Costa Rica

Willi Van Boven — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:54:35 +0000

Moth killed by Cordyceps Fungus, Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal, Costa Rica

Willi Van Boven — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:53:42 +0000