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Humpback whale sub marine
30,000 kilograms of beauty cruises the Praia do Forte coast line.
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Humpback whale back fin
Small breach of a Humpback whale near the Praia do Forte coast.
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Humpback whale mother and young
We were on an eco-friendly boat operating under strict rules: never cross the path of a whale, keep a minimum distance, shut down the engine within reach...More
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Tail breach of a Humpback whale
Unsharp, but you have to forgive me for that, it was a windy day with heavy waves. In fact, about 1/3 of the passengers on the boat were sea sick.
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Humpback whale blowhole
A mature female Humpback Whale exhales water out of its blowhole.
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Shield of Olive Ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea)
As seen in the Sea Turtle Center, Praia do Forte, Brazil.
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Shield of Leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea)
As seen in the Sea Turtle Center, Praia do Forte, Brazil.
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Shield of Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas)
As seen in the Sea Turtle Center, Praia do Forte, Brazil.
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Shield of Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta)
As seen in the Sea Turtle Center, Praia do Forte, Brazil.
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Shield of Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)
As seen in the Sea Turtle Center, Praia do Forte, Brazil.
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Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta)
This is an exceptionally large "specimen" of a Loggerhead, at almost 3 metres long and weighing over 400 kilograms. It is temporarily kept at...More
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Unknown fish in Praia do Forte Turtle Center
I normally make pictures of signs but couldnt find this specific one in my collection. This photo was taken at the Praia do Forte Sea Turtle protection...More
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Baby Loggerhead Sea Turtle
"How am I doing mum?"
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Large Limpet (water snail)
This Limpet was put on display by a guide, but I kindly refused to hold it. I prefer it to be kept in peace, not to mention I don't like holding...More
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Sting Ray flying carpet
The absolute best part about sting rays is how gracefully they "fly" through water. Unfortunately, this one has limited room, as it is kept...More
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Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta)
This is an exceptionally large "specimen" of a Loggerhead, at almost 3 metres long and weighing over 400 kilograms. It is temporarily kept at...More
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String ray closeup
Closeup of a large Stingray, as kept in the Praia do Forte Projeto Tamar Turtle rehabilitation center.
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Praia do Forte Capuchin Monkey
Little Capuchin monkey spotted in Praia de Forte, where they regularly hang out amongst tourists, begging for food.
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Black and White Hawk-eagle in the Amazon
Black and White Hawk-eagle in the Amazon.
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Amazon bird of prey
Don't know the exact specie yet, spotted near Manaus, Brazil, along the river.
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Yellow-rumped Cacique (Cacicus cela)
Quite a common bird in South America, but pretty and interesting nonetheless. They are particularly known for their song:
"The song...More -
Yellow-rumped Cacique (Cacicus cela)
Quite a common bird in South America, but pretty and interesting nonetheless. They are particularly known for their song:
"The song...More -
Elize the Tamarin IV
Closeup of Elize, a semi-wild Tamarin monkey that often hangs out at an Amazonian village.
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Tamarin hand closeup
Creative edit of the hand of a Tamarin monkey.
