Namaqualand Collection (#4)

Wax Creeper (Microloma sagittatum) in flower and fruit. Photographed in Namaqua Desert, Namaqualand, South Africa

Cape fur seal pup C013 / 6154
Cape fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus) pup calling out for its mother who is hunting at sea. This seal inhabits coastal regions around southern and south-western Africa

Cape fur seal nursery C013 / 6152
Cape fur seal nursery, with pups among rocks. The cape fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus) inhabits coastal regions around southern and south-western Africa, where it forms large colonies

Cape fur seal pup and adult C013 / 6153
Cape fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus) pup and adult. This pup is calling for its mother. This seal inhabits coastal regions around southern and south-western Africa

Invasive mussels and limpets C013 / 6080
Invasive mussels and limpets. Invasive alien Mediterranean mussels (across bottom, Mytilus galloprovincialis) taking over rocks occupied by endemic limpets (brown, top)

Southern hawker dragonfly
Aircraft contrail. Aircraft contrails are artificial clouds formed from frozen water droplets from the exhaust of the engines of an aircraft

The desert in flower in Namaqualand: Quiver tree Aloe dichotoma, orange daisies Tripteris hyoseroides
ROG-13742 Quiver tree, Orange Daisies (Tripteris hyoseroides) and Pink Mesembs (Drosanthemum hispidum) Goegap Reserve, Namaqualand

A living stone Dinteranthus vanzylii in the Namaqua desert, South Africa
ROG-13751 A living stone Dinteranthus vanzylii in the Namaqua desert, Northern Cape, South Africa Dinteranthus vanzylii Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Hoodia juttae, an asclepiad from Namaqualand, South Africa
ROG-13752 Hoodia juttae, an asclepiad Namaqualand, Northern Cape, South Africa Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Salad bush - South Africa
ROG-13748 Salad bush Northern Cape, South Africa Didelta spinosa Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Bitter Aloe / Red Aloe - a source of cosmetic materials - growing wild in South Africa
ROG-13755 Bitter Aloe / Red Aloe - a source of cosmetic materials - growing wild Western Cape, South Africa Aloe ferox Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Botterboom Tree -Namaqua desert - South Africa
ROG-13740 Botterboom Tree Namaqua desert, Namaqualand, South Africa Tylecodon paniculatus Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Gazania lichtensteinii, South Africa
ROG-13745 Gazania lichtensteinii Namaqualand, Northern Cape, South Africa Gazania lichtensteinii Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Spring flowers including Arctotis fastuosa (orange), Ursinia speciosa (yellow) and Felicia (blue)
ROG-13750 Spring flowers including Arctotis fastuosa (orange), Ursinia speciosa (yellow) and Felicia (blue) in the Kamiesberg mountains, Namaqualand

Bulbinella latifolia - in the Kamiesberg mountains, Namaqualand, South Africa
ROG-13749 Bulbinella latifolia in the Kamiesberg mountains, Namaqualand, South Africa Bulbinella latifolia Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Dwarf Pebble Flower - quartz flats of the Namaqua desert - South Africa
ROG-13738 Dwarf Pebble Flower quartz flats of the Namaqua desert, Namaqualand, South Africa Oophytum nanum Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Hoodia gordonii - South Africa
ROG-13741 Hoodia gordonii Namaqualand, South Africa Hoodia gordonii Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Desert Primrose - Namaqualand - South Africa
ROG-13739 Desert Primrose Namaqualand, South Africa Grielum humifusum Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Gazania lichtensteinii with pink Drosanthemum hispidum, Namaqualand, South Africa
ROG-13744 Gazania lichtensteinii with pink Drosanthemum hispidum Namaqualand, South Africa Gazania lichtensteinii Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Flowers bloom in the South African spring in Namaqualand, Northern Cape Province

Africa, South Africa, Namaqualand, Nourivier. Meadow of mixed wildflowers

Africa, South Africa, Northern Cape Province, Namaqualand. Exhuberant wildflower mix carpets a sandy slope near Kamieskroon

South Namaqualand. Field of orange blossoms in Namaqua National Park

Bulbinella latifolia flowering in the Kamiesberg mountains, Namaqualand, South Africa

Mesemb (Conicosia elongata) flowering in Namaqualand, South Africa

Grielum and Drosanthemum
Desert Primrose (Grielum humifusum) and Mesemb (Drosanthemum hispidum) flowering together in Namaqualand, South Africa

Othonna intermedia flowers, in Namaqualand, South Africa

Salad Bush (Didelta spinosa), an edible succulent plant, growing in Namaqualand, South Africa

Lachenalia carnosa, flowering in the Kamiesberg mountains, Namaqualand, South Africa

Hyobanche sanguinea, a parasitic plant, growing in Namaqualand, South Africa

Haworthia truncata, a desert succulent from Namaqualand, South Africa

Wildflowers in South Africa
Spring wildflowers, including Arctotis fastuosa and Felicia, in the Kamiesberg mountains, Namaqualand, South Africa

Chlorophytum crassinerve flowering in Namaqualand, South Africa

Wildflowers in the Namaqualand desert with Tripteris hyoseroides and pink Mesembs (Drosanthemum hispidum). Photographed in Goegap reserve, South Africa

Trichocaulon piliferum, a succulent, growing in Namaqualand, South Africa

Gazania and Drosanthemum
Gazania lichtensteinii and Drosanthemum hispidum flowering in Namaqualand, South Africa

Red-eyed bulbul (Pycnonotus nigricans). Photographed in the Richtersveld region, Northern Cape, South Africa

Cape turtle dove (Streptopelia capicola) resting on the ground. This bird inhabits savannah, grassland and woodland in southern and eastern Africa

Brants whistling rat (Parotomys brantsii) standing on its hind legs outside its burrow. This gregarious rodent builds nests within chambers in a burrow system

Spike-heeled lark (Chersomanes albofasciata) perching on a bush. Photographed in Goegap Nature Reserve, Northern Cape, South Africa

Barlows lark (Certhilauda barlowi) perching on a plant. Photographed in the Richtersveld region, Northern Cape, South Africa

Southern masked weaver (Ploceus velatus). Photographed in the Richtersveld region, Northern Cape, South Africa

Ant-eating chat (Myrmecocichla formicivora). Photographed in Goegap Nature Reserve, Northern Cape, South Africa

Southern thick-billed lark (Galerida magnirostris) with its beak open as it calls out while perching on a post. Photographed in Goegap Nature Reserve, Northern Cape, South Africa

Gynandriris setifolia flower. Photographed at Nieuwoudtville, Western Cape, South Africa

Carrion plant. This succulent plant, from the genus Hoodia, is a water-conserving plant that has adapted to survive in arid regions

Familiar chat (Cercomela familiaris) perching on a post. Photographed in the Richtersveld region, Northern Cape, South Africa

Ferraria ferrariola flower. Photographed at Kleinzee, Northern Cape, South Africa

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Namaqualand, a region in the northern Cape of South Africa, is a mesmerizing land of natural wonders. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and unique flora and fauna, this place never fails to captivate visitors. One of the most enchanting sights in the Karoo violet (Aptosimum indivisum). Its vibrant purple petals contrast beautifully against the arid surroundings, creating a stunning display that seems almost surreal. In February, Little Namaqualand comes alive with the presence of the Namaqua dwarf adder (Bitis schneideri). This small but venomous snake gracefully slithers through the rocky terrain, showcasing its intricate patterns and colors. A true marvel of nature. Cheiridopsis species are another fascinating aspect of Namaqualand's biodiversity. These succulent plants have an extraordinary adaptation mechanism - their seed capsules open up in response to rain. Witnessing this phenomenon is like witnessing nature's own magic trick. As you explore further into Namaqualand, you may come across Kamieskroon - a charming town nestled amidst this picturesque landscape. Here, you might spot weaver birds diligently constructing their nests. The sight of these skilled avian architects working tirelessly to create their homes is truly awe-inspiring. With each step taken in Namaqualand, it becomes evident why this region holds such allure for both locals and tourists alike. Its rich biodiversity represented by Karoo violets, Namaqua dwarf adders, Cheiridopsis species, and weaver birds showcases Mother Nature's creativity at its finest. So next time you find yourself craving an adventure off-the-beaten-path or yearning to witness nature's wonders firsthand; consider embarking on a journey to Namaqualand – where beauty knows no bounds.