Tag: Biology
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Corals and Tunicates
The Great Barrier Reef at the north eastern coast of Australia is the biggest coral reef of the world. Its northern part is the most unspoiled, yet the most endangered part due to global warming. Still, it is possible to observe beautiful coral colonies close to the sea surface, like in this picture. Despite their…
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Plush-crested Jay
The plush crested jay (Cyanocorax chrysops) sits at the boundary of the Iguacu falls this on a lower branch of an airplant covered tree. From this hunting post it would occasionally jump down to catch a cricket or grashopper. The colorful plumage might not suggest it, but the plush-crested heather is a close relative of…
Michael Emmerich 