Pantanal Collection (#21)

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Pantanal cowboy Date:

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PANTANAL HORSE - swimming with rider Date:

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Wood Stork / American Wood Ibis - two adults perched on a tree beside one of Pantanal's many ponds (Mycteria americana) Date:

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Yacare Caiman / Jacare Caiman - adult laying on the edge of one of Pantanal's many ponds sunbathing (Caiman yacare) Date:

Alligator (Yacare caiman) in the Pantanal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brazil, South America

Trees reflecting in the water in a river in the Pantanal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brazil, South America

Purplish jay in a tree. The purplish jay (Cyanocorax cyanomelas) is a subtropical or tropical bird found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay

Greater rhea on grassland. Greater rheas (Rhea americana) are a South American cousin of the Emu and Ostrich. They are flightless birds found on the grassland plains of South America where they

Jaguar in the undergrowth. The jaguar (Panthera onca) is the third largest of the big cats, after the lion and tiger. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Pied plover on sand. The pied plover, or pied lapwing, (Vanellus cayanus) is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname

Saddle-back tamarin (Saguinus fuscicollis primitivus) in a tree. Photographed in the Amazon Rainforest, Peru

Blue and yellow macaw in a tree
Blue and yellow macaw (Ara ararauna) in a tree. This large parrot inhabits rainforests and savannah throughout much of South America

Red and green macaw (Ara chloropterus) in a tree. These large parrots are widespread in the forests and woodlands of northern and central South America. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Southern-crested caracara (Caracara plancus) on the ground. This bird of prey inhabits scrubland and open country across much of Central and South America, and parts of the southernmost USA

Narrow-billed woodcreeper on a tree
Narrow-billed woodcreeper (Lepidocolaptes angustirostris) on a tree. This bird is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Suriname, and Uruguay. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Pampas deer in a meadow. Pampas deer (Ozotoceros bezoarticus) live in the grasslands of South America. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Spectacled caiman head. Spectacled caimans (Caiman crocodilus) are crocodilian reptiles found throughout much of South and Central America

Black-collared hawk fishing
Black-collared hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) fishing. This bird of prey is found throughout much of Central and South America. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Spectacled caimans by a river. Spectacled caimans (Caiman crocodilus) are crocodilian reptiles found throughout much of South and Central America

Monk saki monkey in a tree. Monk Saki monkeys (Pithecia monachus) live in western Amazonian forests. Unlike most South American monkeys, they do not have prehensile tails

Little blue heron in a tree
Little blue heron (Egretta caerulea) in a tree. This heron ranges from southern North America to northern South America. It lives in lagoons, swamps and marshes, feeding mainly on fish

Toco toucan in a tree. The toco toucan (Ramphastos toco) is the largest of the toucans, reaching a length of over 60 centimetres. Its huge bill alone may be 20 centimetres long

Silver-beaked tanager (Ramphocelus carbo) perched on a branch. This passerine bird is found in South America from eastern Colombia and Venezuela south to Paraguay and central Brazil

Blue and yellow macaws (Ara ararauna). These large parrots inhabit rainforests and savannah throughout much of South America. They are one of the largest parrots, reaching lengths of nearly a metre

Crab-eating fox (Cerdocyon thous). This medium-sized fox is endemic to the central part of South America. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Saffron finch. Male saffron finch (Sicalis flaveola) on the ground. The saffron finch is a tanager from South America that is common in open and semi-open areas in lowlands outside the Amazon Basin

Squirrel monkey in a tree
Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) in a tree. This monkey is native to tropical South and Central America. It is exclusively arboreal, and very rarely descends to the ground

Black-bellied whistling ducks in flight. Black-bellied whistling ducks (Dendrocygna autumnalis) breed from the southernmost United States and tropical Central to south-central South America

Squirrel monkey picking fruit in a tree
Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) picking fruit in a tree. This monkey is native to tropical South and Central America. It is exclusively arboreal, and very rarely descends to the ground

Capybaras resting by a river. The capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) is the largest rodent in the world. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Roadside hawk perched on a stump. The roadside hawk (Buteo magnirostris) is a relatively small bird of prey found in the Americas

Limpkin in a tree. The Limpkin (Aramus guarauna) is found in the wetlands of south-eastern USA and the West Indies, and also from southern Mexico to Argentina

Rufous hornero in its nest
Rufous hornero (Furnarius rufus) in its nest in a tree. This ovenbird (family Furnariidae) is found in eastern South America, and is the national bird in Argentina and Uruguay

Buff-necked ibis on grass. The Buff-necked, or white-throated, ibis (Theristicus caudatus) is a fairly large bird found widely in open habitats of eastern and northern South America

Great egret landing in a tree
Great egret (Ardea alba) landing in a tree. This large wading bird uses it long beak to spear fish. It is widely-distributed across most of the tropical and warmer temperate regions of the world

Jabiru stork wading
Jabiru stork (Jabiru mycteria) wading. This large bird inhabits the wetlands of Central and South America east of the Andes

Saddle-backed tamarin (Saguinus fuscicollis primitivus) in a tree. Photographed in the Amazon Rainforest, Peru

Green-barred woodpecker on a branch. The green-barred woodpecker (Chrysoptilus melanochloros) is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay

Lineated woodpecker nesting. Male lineated woodpecker (Dryocopus lineatus) in its nest in a tree. This very large woodpecker is a resident breeding bird from Mexico south to northern Argentina

Greater rhea. Close-up of the head and neck of a greater rheas (Rhea americana). These flightless birds are a South American cousin of the Emu and Ostrich

Sayaca tanager in a tree. The sayaca tanager (Thraupis sayaca) is common in northeastern, central, and southeastern Brazil, and Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and northeast Argentina

Chestnut-eared aracari (Pteroglossus castanotis) in a tree. This toucan inhabits trees in northern South America, feeding on fruits and insects. Photographed in the Brazilian Pantanal

Great kiskadee on a branch. The great kiskadee (Pitangus sulphuratus) is a large tyrant flycatcher that is found from the Lower Rio Grande Valley in southern Texas and northern Mexico

Licania parvifolia trees roots. View of the root system of Licania parvifolia trees. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

Chalk-browed mockingbird (Mimus saturninus). This bird is found in most of Brazil, and parts of Bolivia, Uruguay, Paraguay, Argentina, and Suriname

Greater rhea feeding on grassland. Greater rheas (Rhea americana) are a South American cousin of the Emu and Ostrich. They are flightless birds found on the grassland plains of South America where

Plush-crested jay in a tree. The plush-crested jay (Cyanocorax chrysops) is found in central-southern South America: in southwestern Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and northeastern Argentina

Great black hawk feeding
Great black hawk (Buteogallus urubitinga) feeding. This bird of prey is found from Mexico through Central America to Peru, Trinidad and northern Argentina. Photographed in the Pantanal, Brazil

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Exploring the Breathtaking Pantanal: A Wildlife Haven in Brazil Welcome to the mesmerizing Pantanal, a vast wetland paradise located in Mato Grosso, Brazil. This enchanting region is home to an incredible array of wildlife, including the adorable Capybara family and the majestic Wild Jaguar (Panthera onca), which unfortunately is endangered. As you wander along the picturesque Cuiaba River, you'll witness nature's wonders unfold before your eyes. Picture this: a serene scene with Capybaras and white-throated kingbirds perched on their backs, creating a harmonious bond between species. The Pantanal never fails to amaze with its diverse inhabitants. Encounter fascinating creatures like Brazilian tapirs and male Jaguars gracefully strolling through their natural habitat. The birds here are equally captivating; at dawn or dusk, watch them take flight across the sky - full-length shots capturing their beauty forever etched in memory. Keep an eye out for striking Red-Crested Cardinals adding vibrant pops of color amidst lush surroundings. In this extraordinary ecosystem, even unlikely partnerships thrive. Behold as a Cattle Tyrant (Machetornis rixosus) boldly rides atop a Capybara's head – showcasing nature's unique bonds that transcend boundaries. Stroll along the banks of Cuiaba River and catch sight of a powerful Jaguar patrolling its territory with grace and confidence—a truly awe-inspiring experience that reminds us of both beauty and vulnerability coexisting within these lands. And let's not forget about one of nature's most iconic symbols—the Toco Toucan (Ramphastos toco). With its vibrant beak proudly displayed against Pantanal's backdrop, it represents South America’s rich biodiversity at its finest.