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Latest taxonomic update 28 February 2026: Revision of the Plectranthias genus
Currently working on: sorting pictures
Most recent additions:
Western mountain coati (Nasuella olivacea olivacea)
Palm rocket frog (Rheobates palmatus)
Colombian brown-throated parakeet (Eupsittula pertinax aeruginosa)
Clouded tiger-cat (Leopardus pardinoides)
White-footed tamarin (Saguinus leucopus)
Greater ani (Crotophaga major)
Blue-cheeked jacamar (Galbula cyanicollis)
Central margay (Leopardus wiedii vigens)
Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin)
Oriole blackbird (Gymnomystax mexicanus)
Ornate titi monkey (Plecturocebus ornatus)
Giant armadillo (Priodontes maximus)
Several Atelopus species
Orange-breasted fruiteater (Pipreola jucunda)
Pale plumbeous pigeon (Patagioenas plumbea pallescens)
Guayaquil great green macaw (Ara ambiguus guayaquilensis)
North Andean red brocket (Mazama rufina)
Proboscis bat (Rhynchonycteris naso)
Slate-colored hawk (Buteogallus schistaceus)
Wild animals are less wild and more human than many humans of this world. ~ Munia Khan
My name is Jo Kuyken. I'm a Belgian conservation photographer on a mission to document the highest possible species diversity. This site serves as my taxonomic catalogue, where I place pictures of the species I encounter during my adventures. I have started my work in 2017 and continue doing so as of today. I find myself competing with others who have far more resources, making it quite a challenge to see the animals that I do. In real life, I am an English & history teacher. I enjoy spending time with my friends and watching all kinds of movies and series. But obviously, I'm always on the lookout for interesting trips to see new species. I consider this database my personal Photo Ark. I hope you enjoy browsing this place. It is my life's work and my forever passion! Thank you for being here! ♥
Near Eastern fire salamander (Salamandra infraimmaculata infraimmaculata)