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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 22h

This green bird is the Spotted Catbird (Ailuroedus melanotis), a rainforest bird of West Papua (but also found in Australia and parts of Indonesia). Locally known as “Kuansu,” it gets its name from its cat-like, wailing call.

#birds #animals #australia #photography #nature #birding

Spotted Catbird. on the ground in the wild

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 2d

Many divers have had run-ins with territorial triggerfish, especially during nesting season 😬.
It helps to know who’s who (and how to avoid their bite!).
www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/facts-a...

infographic showing 12 trigger fish found around the world

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 2d

Meet the Humu triggerfish, Hawaii’s state fish and one of the ocean’s most expressive faces
Its Hawaiian name Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa means “fish that grunts like a pig,” thanks to the sound it makes when threatened

#scuba #fish #snorkeling #ocean #underwater #diving #coral #reef

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 3d

Want to know where these vibrant parrots come from? 🦜✨
There are several species of rainbow lorikeets across Australasia, each with unique colours and island homes.

Discover them all in our latest infographic

Read more: www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/rainbow...

infographic showing the 6 species of rainbow lorikeets

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 3d

Few birds brighten a rainy day like the Rainbow Lorikeet.
Playful, noisy, and bursting with colour, these Aussie parrots are often seen in pairs like this, preening each other to strengthen their bond

#australia #birds #birding #animals #nature #photography #birdwatching

couple of rainbow lorikeets standing on a balcony sheltering from rain

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 4d

Meet all 12 Kingfishers of Australia 🇦🇺, from the iconic Laughing Kookaburra to the jewel-toned Azure Kingfisher.
Learn more here:
www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/kingfis...

infographic showing 12 kingfishers that can be found in australia

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 4d

Meet the Sacred Kingfisher, one of Australia’s most widespread kingfishers. Found from mangroves to open woodlands across the continent and nearby islands. Despite its name, it rarely eats fish! Instead, it hunts insects, crustaceans, and reptiles #birding #australia #birds #nature #photography

Sacred Kingfisher perched on a tree branch

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 5d

If you are interested to know more...
Meet all 12 UK birds of prey in our latest Wildlife Nomads guide 🦉🇬🇧
Explore the full list & infographic here:
www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/birds-o...

infographic showing all 12 UK birds of prey

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 5d

Once extinct in the UK, the White-Tailed Eagle, nicknamed the “flying barn door”, is making a remarkable comeback. With wingspans up to 2.4m, these eagles now soar once again over Scotland and the Isle of Wight.

#wildlife #nature #UK #birds #birding #animals #photography

a White-Tailed Eagle flying just above water

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 6d

Another manakin, this time: Meet the White-collared Manakin! Found from southern Mexico to northern Brazil, males perform acrobatic “dance” displays in forest clearings, snapping their wings like castanets to impress females.

#animals #wildlife #birds #birding #nature #photography

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 7d

One of Brazil’s most beautiful bird! The Araripe Manakin🇧🇷
Endemic to a small area in Ceará, this species is found only near freshwater springs along the Chapada do Araripe. They are Critically Endangered due to habitat loss and water depletion.

#photography #birds #birding #animal #wildlife

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 8d

One the favourite ones: The Cuban Trogon (aka Tocororo). It is endemic to Cuba, and even serves as its national bird! 🇨🇺. While its global IUCN status is Least Concern, its population is believed to be declining due to habitat loss.

#birds #animals #cuba #wildlife #photography #birding

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 9d

Remembering Jane Goodall, the world-renowned ethologist who redefined our understanding of chimpanzees, founded the Jane Goodall Institute, and inspired generations (including us!) to protect the planet.
#nature
Learn more about her life here:

www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/honorin...

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 9d

Today we honor the life of Dr. Jane Goodall! she was pioneer primatologist whose decades of chimpanzee research transformed how we see ourselves and the natural world! Her compassion and legacy will continue to inspire us all. 🐒

#africa #nature #animals #wildlife #jane

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 9d

Remembering Jane Goodall, the world-renowned ethologist who redefined our understanding of chimpanzees, founded the Jane Goodall Institute, and inspired generations to protect the planet.

Rea dmore about her story here:

www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/honorin...

#animal #monkey #nature #climate

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 10d

Here’s a look at the different types of snapping turtles 🐢
It is still debated about the two bottom subspecies of alligator snapping turtles, but right now those are 4 recognised.

Check out the full article to dive deeper
www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/facts-s...

infographic shwoing the types of snapping turtle

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 10d

Have you seen a alligator snapping turtle? It one of the largest freshwater turtles in rivers of the southeastern U.S! Once it was heavily hunted, but now protected, though still vulnerable due to habitat loss.

#animals #nature #wildlife #weird #turtle #florida

close up of an alligator snapping turtle

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 11d

Meet the Brown Wood Owl. This is a nocturnal forest giant, famous for its deep “hoo-hoo-hoo”! Found across India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
This photo was taken in India by prasad sonawane

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 12d

Pinnipeds come in many forms! We put together this infographic on the types of pinnipeds. If you are interested have a look to learn more about them:
www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/sea-lio...

infographic showing the types of pinnipeds

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 12d

Do you know the difference between a seal and a sea lion? 🦭 Both are pinnipeds, meaning flipper-footed marine mammals!
This is the Australian sea lion, one of the rarest sea lions in the world, with fewer than 12,000 left.

#seal #animal #wildlife #nature #ocean

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 13d

Want to learn more about these incredible birds? 🪶
Discover the different types of hornbills, from Africa to Asia

www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/types-o...

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 13d

A great photo of a Luzon Hornbill, or “kalaw,”! It is such an amazing looking bird! It is found only in the Philippines, and males and females work together to seal the nest, leaving only a slit to feed the mother + chicks.

#birds #asia #nature #photography #birding #animals

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 14d

Did you know there are actually two roadrunner species? If you want to learn more surprising facts about these desert birds, check out our article 👉 www.wildlifenomads.com/blog/road-ru...

infographic showing the types of roadrunners

Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 14d

Have you seen the Greater Roadrunner ? They can sprint up to 32 km/h, and they hunt lizards and venomous slamming its prey against rocks.
Photo: pajaratzi

#nature #birds #birding #wildlife #animals #photography

Greater Roadrunner with a lizard in its mouth

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Wildlife Nomads @wildlifenomads.bsky.social · 16d

Have you seen this wild cat? It is not an Ocelot, or a baby jaguar, it is margay! . A tree-dwelling wild cat of Central & South America 🌳🐆. Unlike most cats, it can rotate its ankles 180°, climbing headfirst down trees like a squirrel.

#cat #wildlife #animals #nature #photography #cats

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