Montane Collection (#66)

Mimosa (Acacia dealbata subalpina) tree in flower. This plant is typically found at high altitudes in the Snowy Mountains, Australia

Monkey-flower (Mimulus primuloides)
Primrose monkey-flower (Mimulus primuloides) in flower on a mountainside. Photographed on Mount Lassen, Cascade Mountains, California, USA

Coyote mint (Monardella odoratissima)
Mountain coyote mint (Monardella odoratissima) in flower on a mountainside. Photographed on Mount Lassen, Cascade Mountains, California, USA

Cobra lily (Darlingtonia californica) insectivorous pitcher plant. Photographed in the Klamath mountains, northern California, USA

Cobra lilies (Darlingtonia californica). These are insectivorous pitcher plants. Photographed in the Klamath mountains, northern California, USA

Satin lupin (Lupinus obtusifolius) in flower. Photographed in Fir Forest, Mount Lassen, Cascade Mountains, California, USA

Folded rock in the face of Sichelkamm, a mountain in northeastern Switzerland

Western white pine (Pinus monticola)
Western white pine tree (Pinus monticola) and a granite boulder. Photographed in Yosemite National Park, Nevada, California, USA, in July

Mountain hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana)
Mountain hemlock tree (Tsuga mertensiana). Photographed at around 3000 metres in the Sierra Nevada, California, USA, in July

Jeffrey pine and whitebark pine trees
Jeffrey pine (Pinus jeffreyi, left) and western white pine (Pinus monticola, right). Photographed in Yosemite National Park, Nevada, California, USA, in July

Cherry tree (Prunus avium) next to a shed. Photographed in the Italian Maritime Alps, in autumn

Dragons blood tree (Dracaena cinnabari) in the Haggier Mountains of Socotra, Yemen. The dragons blood tree is endemic to the Socotran archipelago of islands, meaning that it is found nowhere else

Dragons blood trees (Dracaena cinnabari) at sunset. The dragons blood tree is endemic to the Socotran archipelago of islands, meaning that it is found nowhere else

Bittercress (Cardamine asarifolia)

Penstemon davidsonii
Davidsons penstemon flowers (Penstemon davidsonii). Photographed at Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Highland cudweed (Gnaphalium norvegicum) in flower

Blueheath flowers (Phyllodoce caerulea). Photographed in July, in Norway

Drummonds anemone (Anemone drummondii)
Drummonds anemone flowers (Anemone drummondii). Photographed at around 2500 metres on the Sonora Pass, California, USA

Potentilla tabernaemontani
Spring cinquefoil (Potentilla tabernaemontani) flowers. Photographed in spring

Alpine barrenwort (Epimedium alpinum)
Alpine barrenwort flowers (Epimedium alpinum). This alpine plant is naturalised in the UK

Purshs woolly-pod (Astragalus purshii) seed pods. Photographed in a mountainous region in the USA

Hot-rock penstemon (Penstemon deustus). Photographed on a mountain in the USA, in July

Dagger pod (Phoenicaulis cheiranthoides)
Dagger pod plant (Phoenicaulis cheiranthoides) in flower. Photographed on a mountain in the USA, in July

Alpine lewisia (Lewisia pygmaea)
Alpine lewisia flowers (Lewisia pygmaea). Photographed at around 3300 metres in Yosemite National Park, California, USA, in July

Rock star (Lithophragma glabrum)
Rock star flowers (Lithophragma glabrum). Photographed at around 3300 metres in Yosemite National Park, California, USA, in July

Pyrenean rock jasmine flowers
Pyrenean rock jasmine (Androsace pyrenaica) flowers

Potentilla drummondii breweri
Drummonds cinquefoil flowers (Potentilla drummondii breweri). Photographed at around 3300 metres in a mountainous region of the USA, in July

Dwarf birch (Betula nana) growing on a lichen-covered rock. Photographed in Dovrefjell National Park, Norway

Nuttalls linanthus (Linanthus nuttallii) flowers. Photographed at high altitude in the White Mountains, California, USA, in July

Mimulus mephiticus
Skunky monkeyflower (Mimulus mephiticus). Photographed at around 2700 metres above the Sonora Pass, California, USA, in summer

Stalked fleabane (Erigeron algidus)
Stalked fleabane flowers (Erigeron algidus) amongst loose rocks. Photographed at around 3300 metres in Yosemite National Park, California, USA, in July

Male Alpine ibex (Capra ibex). The Alpine ibex is a type of goat antelope. It is native to the European Alps, but has also been introduced to ranches in the United States, Canada and Argentina

Dwarf bilberry (Vaccinium caespitosum)
Dwarf bilberry flowers (Vaccinium caespitosum). Photographed at around 3000 metres in a mountainous region of the USA, in July

Arctic saxifrage (Saxifraga nivalis) in flower

Clover (Trifolium alpestre)
Clover flowers (Trifolium alpestre). Photographed in June

Italian maple (Acer opalus)
Italian maple leaves (Acer opalus) with autumn colours. Photographed in the Italian Maritime Alps, in October

Bog bilberry (Vaccinium uliginosum)
Bog bilberry flowers (Vaccinium uliginosum). Photographed in Norway

St. Brunos lily (Paradisea liliastrum). This alpine meadow plant is commonly found in the Alps and Pyrenees. Photographed in June

Tecophilaria cyanocrocus
Chilean blue crocus (Tecophilaria cyanocrocus) flowers. This plant naturally grows at high altitudes in the Andes mountain range

Starry saxifrage and swamp moss
Starry saxifrage (Saxifraga stellaris, pink and white) and swamp moss (Philonotis fontana, green) in a mountain bog

Alpine flora. Flowers and plants on a rock in an alpine stream. Photographed in British Columbia, Tricouni Meadows, Canada

Map lichen (Rhizocarpon geographicum) on a rock. Lichens are symbiotic organisms formed of a fungus and an alga that mutually benefit one another. Photographed in Scotland

Mount Assiniboine, Canada
Mount Assiniboine. The tops of Mount Assiniboine (centre right, in cloud) and Sunburst Peak (centre left). Mount Assiniboine forms a natural border between Banff National Park

Icicles, Canada
Icicles. View through a natural window frame made of icicles, towards the Rocky Mountains. Photographed in British Columbia, Canada

Kluane National Park. A view across Lowell Lake (foreground) and the Lowell glacier (centre) behind it, towards snowcapped Mount Logan in the Kluane National Park, Canada

Bugaboo Spire and Vowell Glacier, Canada
Bugaboo Spire (left, rocky) and Vowell Glacier (centre and foreground, white). These two land forms are situated in the Bugaboos

Surface of the Tellot glacier, Canada
Surface of the Tellot glacier. View over the surface of part of the Tellot Glacier, showing its rough and cracked texture

Hiking the Kluane National Park, Canada
Hiking the Kluane National Park. Hikers above Lowell lake and Lowell glacier (centre right) in the Kluane National Park, Yukon, Canada. The Lowell glacier is over 65 kilometres long

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"Montane Marvels: Exploring the Majestic Highlands and Beyond" Witness the Mountain Hare (Lepus timidus) in its full glory, donning a pristine white winter coat. A close-up of its captivating head amidst the snow-covered Strathspey region in Cairngorm National Park. Journey to the Scottish landscape where a male Wallcreeper (Tichodroma muraria) flaunts its vibrant breeding plumage against the backdrop of Great Caucasus, Georgia in April. Encounter a magnificent Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) stag standing tall amidst a snow-covered pine forest in Cairngorm National Park, Highland, Scotland during January's wintry embrace. Explore Cave Creek Canyon nestled within Arizona's Coronado National Forest near Portal - an enchanting haven for nature enthusiasts seeking solace and serenity. Immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty of Nepal's Annapurna Sanctuary as fog delicately blankets the forests along Modi Khola river valley - an awe-inspiring sight to behold. Discover White Butterbur (Petasites albus) blooming gracefully amid Vercors' breathtaking landscapes in France's majestic French Alps during May - nature at its finest. Observe an adult male Western Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus), perched regally on a Scots Pine tree within Nethy Bridge, Strathspey - showcasing Scotland's rich wildlife heritage. Encounter an adult Highland Pony adorned with Glenstrathfarrar deer stalking saddle while standing proudly on Spittal of Glenshee uplands – epitomizing both strength and grace. Behold mesmerizing views from Beinn Sgaillinish as sea lochs intertwine with towering mountain peaks including Paps of Jura on Isle of Jura – nature painting a picture of pure serenity.