Wataru HIMENO– Author –

Wataru HIMENO, born on August 8, 1995.
From a young age, I was passionate about insect collecting, with a particular fascination for the impressive Japanese glass lizard, which sparked my love for reptiles and amphibians. After graduating from university, he volunteered in Ecuador, where he encountered the term "herping." Upon returning to Japan, I worked at a travel agency, promoting herping and started a blog called WildHerping. After leaving the travel agency, he founded WildHerping & Co. to promote environmental conservation and has since been dedicated to the protection of nature and wildlife.
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Frogs of the Chocó Rainforest: A Herping Adventure in Colombia
The Chocó Rainforest, spanning Colombia and Ecuador, is known as a treasure trove of biodiversity. It boasts the second-highest rainfall in the world, consistently high humidity throughout the year due to the lack of a pronounced dry sea... -
Meet the Tiny Monkeys of the Ecuadorian Amazon: 4 Unique Species
Deep in the Ecuadorian Amazon live some of the world’s smallest and most fascinating primates. During my month-long stay in the region, I was lucky enough to observe four incredible species—three types of tamarins and one marmoset. In th... -
How to Find the Harpy Eagle
This time, let's explore how to find the Harpy Eagle (scientific name: Harpia harpyja), one of the world’s top three largest birds of prey. They are found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Suriname, Colo... -
What is World Frog Day?
What is World Frog Day? Let me introduce you to World Frog Day, a special day celebrated on March 20 every year.This day is recognized globally as an opportunity to reflect on the importance of amphibian conservation,... -
How to Find the Ecuador Poison Frog
The Amazon rainforest of Ecuador is home to a variety of colorful and mysterious poison frogs. Among them, one of the easiest to observe is the Ecuador Poison Frog (scientific name: Ameerega bilinguis). In this article, I ... -
Amazon’s Pikachu?! How to Find the Cream-colored Woodpecker
Cream-colored Woodpecker (Celeus flavus) Today, I’d like to introduce my personal favorite woodpecker, the Cream-colored Woodpecker (Celeus flavus). The males, in particular, have a striking resemblance to Pikachu from Pokémon,... -
The Most Feared Creature in the Amazon Jungle by Indigenous People
Today, we introduce the most feared creature in the Amazon, known as "Conga" by the indigenous people. Conga refers to a species of ant called Paraponera clavata, also known as the Bullet Ant, which is one of the largest ants in the... -
Encountering a Green Anaconda in the Ecuadorian Amazon|Herping Ecuador
The Green Anaconda (Scientific Name:Eunectes murinus ) The Green Anaconda (Scientific Name:Eunectes murinus ) is known as the largest snake in the world. While it may be shorter than the Reticulated Python, it is undoubtedly one of the m... -
Discovering Manakins in Panama|A Manakins Paradise
Manakins are fascinating birds with a compact, stout body and a seemingly short neck, giving them an adorable appearance. Once you encounter these birds in the wild, it's impossible not to be captivated! In this blog, we introduce some o... -
Tody Motmot | The Smallest Motmot in the World
The Tody Motmot (scientific name: Hylomanes momotula) Introduction: What is the Tody Motmot? The Tody Motmot (scientific name: Hylomanes momotula) is the smallest bird in the Motmot family, known for its adorable appearance and vibr...