Introduced species: Tokay gecko

The Tokay gecko is popular terrarium pet all over the world and can also be found in the collection of small zoos all around the world. That is exactly how the species ended up on the island of Curaçao

Wild flowers: Parkinsonia aculeata

A tree that also likes to grow in the nutritious and moist soil of a dam or similar kind of natural area is the relatively rare Bonchi strena (Parkinsonia aculeata).

Bird watching on Curaçao in November

November usually marks the end of the masses of migratory birds passing through the many habitas of the island, but that doesn’t mean there will be no surprises left. Time has told us that the month of November sometimes provides with incredible sightings of rare species and even new species to the island.

Forests on the semi-arid ABC islands (15) – Invasive dangers to our forests B

It’s bizarre how little legislation and control there is in 2025 over the import of plants, soil, building materials, and all other products in which harmful organisms can hide.

Video: Endemic Three-scaled ground snake actively hunts for invasive Cuban Tree frog

A video illustrating ongoing adaptations in nature, where an endemic Three-scaled Ground snake on Curaçao actively hunts for invasive Cuban Tree Frogs.

Nature books now available at Veldshop.nl

Nature books now available at Veldshop.nl

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