The Hanging Crab Claw, also known as Heliconia rostrata, is a species of the Heliconia genus of plants, which is native to Central and South America, including the Amazon rainforest. It is a tropical perennial plant that grows as a herbaceous perennial, and it’s known for its striking, brightly colored bracts that resemble the claw of a crab. The plant can grow as a shrub or small tree, and it can reach heights of up to 6 meters.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, is native to East Asia, but has ben cultivated and naturalized in the Amazon rainforest.
Man in the Amazonas region of Colombia with an anaconda wrapped around his arm.
View of two Blue and Gold Macaws in the Amazonas Region of Colombia. These birds are native to the...
The Amazon alligator, also known as the black caiman, is a crocodilian species found in South America, primarily in...
An emergent is a tree that rises above the forest canopy in order to get more light. The Amazon...
Puerto Nariño is the second biggest town in the Amazonas department of Colombia. It is a lot smaller than...
Looking at a tributary that feeds into the Amazon River in Colombia. These waterways offer greater opportunity for viewing...
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