2025-01

mammal

Japanese Serow | Wildlife Tokyo

This is a record of my experience searching for the Japanese serow (Capricornis crispus) in Tokyo. I hope this will serve as a helpful guide for those who wish to find one themselves.
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Wildlife Spotting at Tikal Ruins | Guatemala wildlife

The Tikal Ruins in Guatemala are a world-renowned heritage site. As a protected national park for decades, this area remains home to pristine nature and incredible wildlife. Join me as I share the fascinating creatures I encountered around these ancient ruins!
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Discovering the Orange Green Iguana in Guatemala: A Harping Adventure

The green iguana (Iguana iguana), native to Central and South America, is renowned for its vibrant green coloration. However, their colors can vary significantly depending on individual traits and regions. While pet stores often showcase red or blue morphs, some regions, such as western Guatemala, are known for their high prevalence of deep orange iguanas. Intrigued by this, I set out on a harping expedition to witness these stunning orange iguanas in their natural habitat.
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Do Owls Have Eyes on the Back of Their Heads? | Birdwatching in Guatemala

This time, I’d like to introduce you to two species of small owls I encountered in the semi-desert regions of Guatemala.
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Wine-throated Hummingbird | Guatemala Bird Watching

On my recent trip to Guatemala, I had the incredible opportunity to observe one of the country's smallest and most captivating birds—the Wine-throated Hummingbird (Selasphorus ellioti). Known for its stunning pink throat, this tiny creature performs an enchanting display to attract females during the breeding season. In this post, I’ll introduce you to the fascinating characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the Wine-throated Hummingbird, as well as its importance in Guatemala's unique ecosystem.
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Searching for the World’s Largest Gila Monster | Guatemala Herping

Join the search for the rare Mexican Beaded Lizard (Heloderma horridum) in Guatemala. Explore Gila Monster habitats, conservation efforts, and the fascinating world of venomous desert reptiles. Learn about herping in Central America and the importance of reptile conservation.
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Searching for Wild Axolotls | Mexico Herping

Join us on a herping adventure in Mexico, uncovering the mystery of wild axolotls and their unique relative, the Mexico Tiger Salamander. A story of conservation and discovery
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Mexican Herping: An amazing Encounter with the Mexican Plateau Horned Lizard

Explore the unique world of the Mexican Plateau Horned Lizard. Learn about its habitat, fascinating egg-laying method, camouflage, and tips for spotting this iconic species in Mexico.
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Searching for Wild Abronia|Herping Mexico

Join me on an unforgettable journey to uncover the wild Abronia braminea in Mexico. Explore its stunning habitat, unique behaviors, and learn essential tips for observing this rare and beautiful lizard in the wild.
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Observation and Photography Tips for the Andean Cock-of-the-rock

Discover the vibrant Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), its unique lekking behavior, and the best locations in Peru and Ecuador to observe this iconic bird. Learn photography tips to capture its beauty in the cloud forests of the Andes.