Heliconiaceae Collection

Purple-throated hummingbirds, male
In a fascinating example of sexual dimorphism and plant-animal relationships: the male hummingbird with a larger body and short

Eyelash viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) waiting on Heliconia flower (Heliconia lankasteri) to ambush hummingbird prey, Golden colour morph La Selva, Costa Rica

Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) territorial fighting around Heliconia flower (Heliconia latispatha) La Selva, Costa Rica

Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) feeding from Heliconia flower (Heliconia champneiana) La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Green-crowned brilliant (Heliodoxa jacula), three feeding on Lobster-claw (Heliconia sp) flower in rain. Costa Rica

Chocoan parrot snake (Leptophis bocourti) on heliconia flower with fly in background, Sarapiqui, Heredia, Costa Rica

Big-legged Bug or Squash Bug (Coreidae) on Heliconia Flower. Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest, Ecuador. South America

Heliconia

Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) feeding from Heliconia flower (Heliconia champneiana) La Selva Field Station, Costa Rica

Territorial Rufous-tailed hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) guarding Heliconia in bloom (Heliconia champneiana) La Selva Station, Costa Rica

Lobster Claw, False-bird-of-paradise -Heliconia rostrata-, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Australia

A Unique Tropical Plant With Fuzzy Red And Orange Blossoms; Hawaii, United States Of America

Purple-throated hummingbirds, female
In a fascinating example of sexual dimorphism and plant-animal relationships: the female hummingbird with a smaller body and long

Dominica, Roseau, tropical vegetation, heliconia, heliconiaceae, and red ginger, alpinia purpurata

Pendent Heliconia -Heliconia pendula-, native to south Mexico

Heliconia flowering plant, Jamaica, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Lobster-claw (Heliconia psittacorum) flowering, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

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In the vibrant world of Heliconiaceae, a symphony of colors and creatures unfolds. Purple-throated hummingbirds, male in all their glory, dance around the enchanting Heliconia flower. Their iridescent feathers shimmer under the sunlight as they indulge in its nectar. But they are not alone in this floral paradise. An eyelash viper patiently waits on a Heliconia flower, its emerald scales blending seamlessly with the plant's vivid hues. Nature's camouflage at its finest. Meanwhile, territorial battles erupt between Rufous-tailed hummingbirds over these coveted blooms. They fiercely defend their feeding grounds amidst the lush greenery surrounding them. A group of Green-crowned brilliant birds join the feast, three delicate creatures delicately sipping from Lobster-clawed Heliconias. The contrast between their radiant plumage and the flowers' fiery red petals creates an awe-inspiring spectacle. Not to be outdone by his female counterpart, a Rufous-tailed hummingbird gracefully hovers near another Heliconia bloom, extracting sweet sustenance from its depths. Ever vigilant is another Rufous-tailed hummingbird perched nearby; he guards his precious territory with unwavering determination against any intruders who dare approach his beloved blooming Heliconia. The allure of these magnificent flowers extends beyond avian visitors. An eyelash viper coils itself upon a striking Heliconia lankasteri blossom while keeping watch for unsuspecting prey. Its patient stillness contrasts sharply with nature's constant motion surrounding it. Even insects find solace within this botanical haven. A Chocoan parrot snake elegantly slithers along a heliconia flower stalk while a fly buzzes idly in the background—a fleeting moment captured forever in time. And amidst this diverse ecosystem resides an unexpected guest—the Big-legged Bug or Squash Bug—finding respite on yet another captivating Heliconia flower.