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Socorro Collection

"Socorro: A Captivating Blend of Nature, History, and Mystery" Discover the enchanting town of Socorro, where nature's wonders meet intriguing tales

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill Crane

Sandhill Crane, (Grus canadensis), Bosque del Apache, Socorro, New Mexico, USA

Background imageSocorro Collection: Ufos / Zamora / Socorro

Ufos / Zamora / Socorro
New Mexico patrolman Lonnie Zamora sees a landed UFO and two occupants; they depart rapidly when he approaches

Background imageSocorro Collection: Wetlands at sunrise, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Wetlands at sunrise, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: Manta ray (Manta birostris), San Benedicto, Revillagigedo (Socorro) Islands, Mexico

Manta ray (Manta birostris), San Benedicto, Revillagigedo (Socorro) Islands, Mexico, East Pacific Ocean

Background imageSocorro Collection: USA, New Mexico, Socorro, San Miguel, Catholic church

USA, New Mexico, Socorro, San Miguel, Catholic church

Background imageSocorro Collection: USA, New Mexico, Bridge over the Rio Grande near Socorro. Strawberry Peak

USA, New Mexico, Bridge over the Rio Grande near Socorro. Strawberry Peak

Background imageSocorro Collection: USA, New Mexico, Socorro. American wigeon in small pond

USA, New Mexico, Socorro. American wigeon in small pond

Background imageSocorro Collection: Spanish Civil War. Socorro Rojo Internacional

Spanish Civil War. Socorro Rojo Internacional esta donde precisa (International Red Aid - where it is needed). Propaganda poster from the Republican side. Collection FIEHS-CEHI. SPAIN. Barcelona

Background imageSocorro Collection: SPANISH WAR/CAMP POSTER

SPANISH WAR/CAMP POSTER
Propaganda poster from Communist group Socorro Rojo de Espana advertising children's summer camps at the seaside Date: 1936 - 1939

Background imageSocorro Collection: DDE-90039412

DDE-90039412
Waterfowl on roost at sunrise, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico Date: 19/11/2012

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DDE-90037256
Snow Geese (Chen caerulescens) family land at sunrise on the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near Socorro, New Mexico, USA on the Rio Grande (river) Date: 17/02/2005

Background imageSocorro Collection: can't sleep and eat

can't sleep and eat
Mirko De Luca

Background imageSocorro Collection: Longtail stingray (Hypanus longus) on reef, Whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus

Longtail stingray (Hypanus longus) on reef, Whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus) group in background. Socorro Island, Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: North America; USA; New Mexico; Socorro; Mission San Miguel Socorro

North America; USA; New Mexico; Socorro; Mission San Miguel Socorro

Background imageSocorro Collection: Neon Roadrunner sign outside restaurant in Socorro New Mexico USA

Neon Roadrunner sign outside restaurant in Socorro New Mexico USA

Background imageSocorro Collection: Socorro Sighting 1964

Socorro Sighting 1964
Patrolman Lonnie Zamora sees a landed spacecraft, with two aliens standing nearby; they rapidly leave, leaving four scorch-marks where the legs had rested on the ground

Background imageSocorro Collection: Ufos / Lonnie Zamora

Ufos / Lonnie Zamora
Witness to UFO landing, Socorro, New Mexico, April 24th, 1964

Background imageSocorro Collection: Investigating UFO landing, Socorro, New Mexico

Investigating UFO landing, Socorro, New Mexico
Socorro, New Mexico: investigating traces of a landed UFO seen by a policeman (Zamora)

Background imageSocorro Collection: Francisco Solano Y Ortiz De Rozas, Marques Del Socorro Y De La Solana, 1768 - 1808

Francisco Solano Y Ortiz De Rozas, Marques Del Socorro Y De La Solana, 1768 - 1808. Spanish Military Officer. From Guerra De La Independencia Published 1935

Background imageSocorro Collection: Ufos / Zamora / Socorro

Ufos / Zamora / Socorro
At Socorro, New Mexico, police officer Lonnie Zamora sights a grounded UFO with occupants on waste land on the outskirts of the town Date: 24 April 1964

Background imageSocorro Collection: USA, New Mexico, Socorro, Bosque de Apache National Wildlife Refuge

USA, New Mexico, Socorro, Bosque de Apache National Wildlife Refuge USA New Mexico. Socorro. Bosque de Apache National Wildlife Refuge

Background imageSocorro Collection: Maria de Cervello (1230-1290). Mercedarian nun. Colored

Maria de Cervello (1230-1290). Mercedarian nun. Colored
Maria de Cervello (1230-1290). First religious of the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy. Also known as Mar?=?a del Socorro. Engraving by Coderch, 1852. Colored

Background imageSocorro Collection: Mule Deer at Bosque del Apache NWR, New Mexico

Mule Deer at Bosque del Apache NWR, New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandstone arch, Canyon National Recreational Trail, Indian Wells Wilderness Area

Sandstone arch, Canyon National Recreational Trail, Indian Wells Wilderness Area, Socorro, New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) landing at roosting marsh

Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) landing at roosting marsh

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) pair in flight

Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) pair in flight

Background imageSocorro Collection: Full moon setting over snow-covered Magdelena Mountains at Socorro, New Mexico

Full moon setting over snow-covered Magdelena Mountains at Socorro, New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: USA, New Mexico, Socorro. Bridge reflections create abstract swirling red patterns in water

USA, New Mexico, Socorro. Bridge reflections create abstract swirling red patterns in water. Credit as: Arthur Morris / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) on roost marsh

Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) on roost marsh

Background imageSocorro Collection: American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis) feeding on sunflower seeds

American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis) feeding on sunflower seeds

Background imageSocorro Collection: Snow Geese (Chen caerulescens) pair in flight

Snow Geese (Chen caerulescens) pair in flight

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) in flight over grassland

Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) in flight over grassland

Background imageSocorro Collection: North America, USA, New Mexico, Socorro. One antenna of the Very Large Array or National

North America, USA, New Mexico, Socorro. One antenna of the Very Large Array or National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Background imageSocorro Collection: Large flock of snowgeese take flight at Bosque del Apache NWR in New Mexico

Large flock of snowgeese take flight at Bosque del Apache NWR in New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: Great Blue Heron fishing along a canalway in Bosque del Apache NWR in New Mexico

Great Blue Heron fishing along a canalway in Bosque del Apache NWR in New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: Adult roadrunner at Bosque del apache NWR in New Mexico

Adult roadrunner at Bosque del apache NWR in New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: Vivid sunrise over still pond at Bosque del Apache NWR in New Mexico

Vivid sunrise over still pond at Bosque del Apache NWR in New Mexico

Background imageSocorro Collection: USA, New Mexico, Socorro, Radio telescopes under summer storm clouds at VLA Radio

USA, New Mexico, Socorro, Radio telescopes under summer storm clouds at VLA Radio Observatory

Background imageSocorro Collection: San Miguel Mission, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

San Miguel Mission, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill Cranes

Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) fly across the setting sun at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge on the Rio Grande near Socorro, New Mexico, USA, winter

Background imageSocorro Collection: Bosque de Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America

Bosque de Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: VLA antenna, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

VLA antenna, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: VLA Radio Telescopes at Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

VLA Radio Telescopes at Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill cranes

Sandhill cranes, Grus canadensis, Socorro, Bosque del Apache, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: Snow goose (Anser caerulescens)

Snow goose (Anser caerulescens), Bosque del Apache, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill crane (Grus canadensis)

Sandhill crane (Grus canadensis), Bosque del Apache, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: Sandhill cranes and snow geese

Sandhill cranes and snow geese, Bosque del Apache, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSocorro Collection: Snow geese (Anser caerulescens)

Snow geese (Anser caerulescens), Bosque del Apache, Socorro, New Mexico, United States of America, North America




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"Socorro: A Captivating Blend of Nature, History, and Mystery" Discover the enchanting town of Socorro, where nature's wonders meet intriguing tales. As the sun rises over the wetlands at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico, witness a mesmerizing dance between Sandhill Cranes and Snow Geese. Amidst this serene setting lies a hidden secret - the infamous UFO sighting by Officer Zamora that put Socorro on the map. Delve into Socorro's rich history as you explore its Spanish roots. Uncover stories from the Spanish Civil War when Socorro Rojo Internacional provided aid to those in need. Admire vintage posters that bear witness to this tumultuous era. Venture underwater off San Benedicto Island in Mexico's Revillagigedo (Socorro) Islands and encounter majestic Manta Rays gliding gracefully through turquoise waters. This breathtaking sight reminds us of Socorro's diverse natural beauty extending beyond its borders. Step back in time at San Miguel Catholic Church, an architectural gem nestled within Socorro's charming streets. Marvel at its intricate details and feel a sense of tranquility wash over you. Crossing Rio Grande near Socorro reveals a bridge connecting communities while offering stunning views of Strawberry Peak standing tall against the horizon. It serves as a reminder of human ingenuity blending harmoniously with nature's grandeur. Lastly, don't miss out on visiting Very Large Array Radio Observatory – an iconic symbol representing scientific exploration right here in Socorro. Witness cutting-edge technology probing deep into space as it unravels mysteries yet to be discovered. Intrigue awaits around every corner in Socorro – from captivating wildlife encounters to historical landmarks steeped in culture and even extraterrestrial enigmas that continue to baffle minds worldwide. Embark on an unforgettable journey where nature meets history meets mystery – only in beautiful Sociable.