Equador
Ecuador enchants with lush rainforests, soaring Andean peaks, and colorful valleys. Its rivers meander through dense forests teeming with exotic flora and fauna. Volcanoes tower majestically above verdant landscapes. Everywhere you feel the vibrant harmony of nature and life.
EQ001 - Least Bittern hides subtly among dense foliage, its slender body and muted colors blending perfectly with the reeds, revealing the secretive elegance of this elusive marsh bird.
EQ002 - The giant otter emerges from the water, clutching a large chiclid in its powerful jaws. Droplets splash around as it feasts, its sleek, muscular body glistening in the sunlight, showcasing both its strength and agility in the riverine habitat.
EQ003 - The San Rafael Waterfalls in Ecuador are a breathtaking spectacle, where the powerful cascade and surrounding lush greenery captivate every visitor. It’s easy to lose track of time, spending hours simply watching the falls or capturing their beauty through photography.
EQ004 - In the Chocó Andino Highlands, with a bit of luck and patience, you might spot the striking Andean Cock-of-the-rock. Its brilliant orange plumage and distinctive fan-shaped crest make it one of the most iconic and sought-after birds of the region.
EQ005 - A capuchin monkey holds a leaf in its hands, playfully covering half of its face, its curious eyes peeking out as if sharing a secret from the forest.
EQ006 - Two juvenile Yellow-crowned Night Herons watch us intently from the water’s edge, their alert eyes following every movement as we glide past in our boat.
EQ007 - See the reflection in the eye while we were standing on a wooden bridge some 20 meters away.
EQ008 - Crinsom- rumped Toucanet in full beauty.
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EQ011 - The rimpled green colored water ( due to algae formation ) stands in big contrast with the juvenile croc.
EQ012 - Sword billed hummingbird.
EQ013 - This woolly monkey was watching us from the edge of the forest while we glided downstream along the river.
EQ014 - Curious woolly monkeys.
EQ015 - On the way back to the Napo Wildlife Center after a morning excursion.
EQ016 - Close-up of the Aracari Toucan.
EQ017 - Group of Sea lions facing the violent force of the coastal waters.
EQ018 - The mysterious Napo Saki climbing in a tree at Yasuni NP.
EQ019 - Juvenile croc blending seamlessly into the limpid waters near Yasuní.
EQ020 - Amazing landscapes of Equador.
EQ021 - View of mysterious mountains along the small roads when the sunset is taking place.
EQ022 - Chestnut-breasted in his take off.
EQ023 - The amazing Wire-tailed manakin (Pipra filicauda) Limoncocha.
EQ024 - Reed cormorant in all it's beauty.
EQ025 - Iconic peaks like Chimborazo rise in the distance, partially veiled by fog, while iguanas graze quietly in the foreground.
EQ026 - In Mashpi, one of the most unforgettable moments was photographing a tayra — a rare and elusive sighting that highlights the richness and surprises of this cloud forest.
EQ027 - The Andean cock-of-the-rock photographed in Mindo, one of the most iconic birds of the cloud forest.
EQ028 - Light, mood, and patience, they all come together in the rainforest.