West Indian Collection (#36)

Copper-rumped Hummingbird (Amazilia tobaci) adult, perched on twig, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, October

Green Heron (Butorides virescens) adult, standing in grass beside water, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, May

Little Blue Heron (Egretta caerulea) immature, standing on mangrove root, Los Haitises N. P
Little Blue Heron (Egretta caerulea) immature, standing on mangrove root, Los Haitises N.P. Dominican Republic, January

Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias occidentalis) adult, standing in shallow lagoon, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Reddish Egret (Egretta rufescens rufescens) dark morph, adult, standing in coastal lagoon, in evening sunlight, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Least Grebe (Tachybaptus dominicus dominicus) adult, with beak open after swallowing fish, swimming on creek, Botanical Gardens, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, January

Great Antshrike (Taraba major) adult pair, courtship feeding, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Great Antshrike (Taraba major) adult male, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Great Antshrike (Taraba major) adult female, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana) adult, perched in flowering and fruiting bush, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Caribbean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) two immatures, standing in lagoon, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Barred Antshrike (Thamnophilus doliatus) adult male, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Bananaquit (Coereba flaveola) adult, perched on branch, Bonaire, Leeward Antilles, Lesser Antilles, October

Bananaquit (Coereba flaveola martinicana) adult, perched on branch, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

Lesser Antillean Bullfinch (Loxigilla noctis sclateri) adult male, feeding, raiding banana crop, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

Columbus returns to Spain, February 1493 C016 / 4495
Columbus returns to Spain. 19th-century artwork of the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451-1506, centre) at the court of Barcelona in February 1493 following his return from the New World

Frog - Treefrog Cuban (Hyla septentrionalis) Close-up on leaf

Cuban Tody (Todus multicolor) adult, perched on twig, Najasa, Camaguey Province, Cuba, March

Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) adult male, perched on stem, worlds smallest bird, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Cuban Parakeet (Aratinga euops) adult pair, at nesthole in tree trunk, Najasa, Camaguey Province, Cuba, March

Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) adult, sitting on nest in cave, Dunston Cave, Asa Wright Nature Centre, Northern Range, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, July

Martinique, French Antilles, West Indies, Blue water lily (Nymphae coerulea) flower at Jardin de Balata (Balata Garden). Begun in 1982 Balata Garden was created by Jean-Philippe Thoze

Caribbean, Martinique
MARTINIQUE. French Antilles. West Indies. St. Pierre. Royal palms & sugarcane field. Grounds of Depaz rum distillery

WEST INDIES: NEW YEAR S. New Years festival in the West Indies. Wood engraving, American, 1854

CAPTURE OF TOBAGO, 1793. The capture of Tobago in the West Indies by the English, 15 April 1793. Contemporary line engraving

SANTO DOMINGO: STEED, 1871. The Dominican and His Steed. Wood engraving, American, 1871

JAMAICA: PORT ROYAL, 1865. The town and harbor of Port Royal, Jamaica. Wood engraving, English, 1865

WEST INDIES: HURRICANE. A hurricane in the West Indies. Line engraving, late 16th century

JAMAICA: FEMALE STEVEDORES. Coaling a Royal Mail Steam-Packet at Kingston, Jamaica. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1865

GUADELOUPE, 17th CENTURY. A shore party from the Spanish fleet ambushed by Carib Indians on the island of Guadeloupe. Line engraving from a late 17th century Dutch edition of Thomas Gages Travels in

COLUMBUS AT BARCELONA. Christopher Columbus at the court of Barcelona, Spain, following his return from the New World, 1493. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

COLUMBUS: JAMAICA, 1504. The inhabitants of Jamaica astonished by the eclipse of the moon predicted, with the aid of an almanac, by Christopher Columbus for the last night of February 1504

ST. THOMAS: HURRICANE, 1867. Damaged ships in the harbor of St. Thomas, West Indies, in the wake of a hurricane on December 1867. Line engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

MARTINIQUE: ST PIERRE. Town and harbor of St. Pierre, Martinique, at the foot of Mount Pelee, whose last eruption in 1902 destroyed the town and killed about 30, 000 people

WEST INDIES MAP, 1715. Map of the West Indies and adjacent lands of the Carribean and Gulf of Mexico engraved by Herman Moll in 1715

MAP: WEST INDIES. Engraved map of the West Indies published in Paris in 1688; the elaborately embellished cartouche shows plants, animals, and natives of the region

SHIP OF DISCOVERY, 1592. Flying fish, attempting to escape predators, fall on board a Portuguese ship of discovery in West Indian waters. Engraving, 1592, by Theodore de Bry

ALONSO de OJEDA (1465?-1515). Spanish explorer. Ojeda with a cacique of natives during one of his many expeditions in the West Indies. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

LANDING OF COLUMBUS, 1492. The landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, American, 1858, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

View down over cultivated lower slopes of mountain, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

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"Exploring the Vibrant West Indian Charm: From St. Thomas to Havana and Beyond" Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of the West Indies, a region that encompasses breathtaking destinations such as St. Thomas in the United States Virgin Islands, Havana in Cuba, and many more enchanting places across Central America and the Caribbean. Step into Havana's vibrant streets adorned with Cuban paintings that reflect its rich cultural heritage. Lose yourself in this bustling city where history intertwines with modernity, offering a unique glimpse into life within the West Indies. Indulge your senses at Pink Sands beach on Harbour Island, Bahamas. As you stroll along its shores overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, let tranquility wash over you while basking in Central America's warm embrace. Discover Oranjestad City's charming blend of Dutch architecture and stunning coastline on Aruba island. This picturesque destination invites you to explore its pristine beaches and immerse yourself in Caribbean culture amidst palm-fringed landscapes. Unwind at Dawn Beach on St. Martin (St. Maarten), Netherlands Antilles – an idyllic paradise nestled between turquoise waters and lush greenery. Let time stand still as you soak up the sun's warmth while relishing in the beauty of this West Indian gem. Marvel at iconic images like Che Guevara adorning walls outside apartments in Havana, Cuba – a testament to both historical significance and artistic expression found throughout these remarkable islands of Central America. Witness grandeur dockside as cruise ships grace Nassau's harbor, Bahamas' capital city known for its vibrant atmosphere and welcoming spirit within this slice of paradise located within the West Indies' heartland. Embark on an unforgettable journey through Negril, Jamaica – a place where golden sands meet crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life beneath their surface; or venture further inland to Dunns River Falls for an exhilarating climb amidst nature's splendor.