La Élite de las Tillandsias - Out of the Curio Bin & into Desire
A look-see at uncommon tillandsias.
Up close and personal: Fabian Alzate
The first in a series highlighting the work of guest photographers: Colombian orchids by Fabian Alzate
Aquarium Fish and Invertebrates: Is there space for a global standard in commerce? Part II - Conservation
Additional proposals on conservation strategies for wild fish and invertebrates in the aquarium trade.
Aquarium Fish and Invertebrates: Is there space for a global standard in commerce? Part I - Getting them from there to here
Thoughts on improving some problematical aspects of the aquarium trade.
The Biorama Vivarium Concept & Nano Biotope Builds for Madagascan Day Geckos
Matching tropical plants and herptiles for better biotope builds.
Studio Plant Photograpy Tips: Improving Your At-Home Skills
How to refine use of basic studio lighting to get stellar results from at-home floral photography.
Phragmipedium kovachii and the quiet revenge of stolen beauty
“There is no trap so deadly as the trap you set for yourself.”
Beetle-juiced
Famed herpetologist, author, Neotropical nature guide and guest Esotérico Bill Lamar brings his wit and lens to bear on some of our favorite critters - HUGE beetles.
Notice of Copyrighted Image and Other Intellectual Property Theft
Companies and individuals caught making unauthorized use of our images or other intellectual property will find themselves named & shamed here.
Cattleya aclandiae - The Leopard Print Boss o' Bossa Nova
There are flamboyant orchids and then there are FLAMBOYANT ORCHIDS.
Stained Glass Palms
If you’re a rare palm aficionado, an invitation to a hot date with the divas