Caribbean lowlands hi-res stock photography and images

Costa Rica, Caribbean lowlands butterfly, Heliconius sp. Stock Photo

RF2X5M3MY–Costa Rica, Caribbean lowlands butterfly, Heliconius sp.

Multicolored adult parrot Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao), contrast with red, yellow and blue feathers, hanging from a branch, Caribbean Lowlands rainforest Stock Photo

RF2EKNTR1–Multicolored adult parrot Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao), contrast with red, yellow and blue feathers, hanging from a branch, Caribbean Lowlands rainforest

Organic Pineaple Plantation (Ananas comosus). Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica Stock Photo

RMHMHK98–Organic Pineaple Plantation (Ananas comosus). Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica

Sipurio snouted treefrog, or olive-snouted treefrog (Scinax elaeochroa), Caribbean lowlands of Nicaragua, Panama and Costa Rica Stock Photo

RF2XNPB28–Sipurio snouted treefrog, or olive-snouted treefrog (Scinax elaeochroa), Caribbean lowlands of Nicaragua, Panama and Costa Rica

Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther Stock Photo

RF2D8F44K–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Montezuma oropendola Psarocolius montezuma Costa Rica Stock Photo

RMT38N0B–Montezuma oropendola Psarocolius montezuma Costa Rica

St Martin Lowlands Sandy Ground Stock Photo

RMBB28EK–St Martin Lowlands Sandy Ground

Scenic view of la belle creole on the Caribbean island of st.maarten/st.martin Stock Photo

RF2C8DB50–Scenic view of la belle creole on the Caribbean island of st.maarten/st.martin

A view of The Castle (El Castillo) ruins foliage sandy beach rock formation turquoise Caribbean Sea at Tulum Mexico Stock Photo

RMC289M2–A view of The Castle (El Castillo) ruins foliage sandy beach rock formation turquoise Caribbean Sea at Tulum Mexico

Tortuguero National Park. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast Stock Photo

RFH6PX77–Tortuguero National Park. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast

Male Amazon Kingfisher stands on a low branch in Tortuguero National Park Canals, Costa Rica Stock Photo

RMRYNH2D–Male Amazon Kingfisher stands on a low branch in Tortuguero National Park Canals, Costa Rica

Hands holding a seed pod of a guanacaste tree, Ek' Balam, Yucatan, Mexico Stock Photo

RF2DBJRTR–Hands holding a seed pod of a guanacaste tree, Ek' Balam, Yucatan, Mexico

Montezuma Oropendola (Psaro montezuma) Stock Photo

RFKXPY9N–Montezuma Oropendola (Psaro montezuma)

Purple Gallinule, Porphyrio martinicus, walks about in his natural environment foraging for food. Stock Photo

RFR07RBD–Purple Gallinule, Porphyrio martinicus, walks about in his natural environment foraging for food.

RMRYNA3E–Montezuma oropendola Psarocolius montezuma Costa Rica

Portrait of a White-crowned Pigeon. A Caribbean species, common in coastal lowlands, especially mangroves. Stock Photo

RF2WNHM9H–Portrait of a White-crowned Pigeon. A Caribbean species, common in coastal lowlands, especially mangroves.

Public assets at the Department of Projects and Processes of the Reverted Assets Unit..San Lorenzo National Park..Caribbean Slop Stock Photo

RME65T7C–Public assets at the Department of Projects and Processes of the Reverted Assets Unit..San Lorenzo National Park..Caribbean Slop

RF2KRJFHG–Canal Zone tree frog

Aerial view of inner land on the Mexican Yucatan Peninsula Stock Photo

RF2DBJT3P–Aerial view of inner land on the Mexican Yucatan Peninsula

Mangrove forest in the Petit Trou Lagoon, Lowlands, Western Tobago. Stock Photo

RME7BY4E–Mangrove forest in the Petit Trou Lagoon, Lowlands, Western Tobago.

Keel-billed Toucan (Ramphastos Sulfuratus) with striking multicolored bill and contrast colors, green, orange, red, yellow, black and blue Stock Photo

RF2EKNX03–Keel-billed Toucan (Ramphastos Sulfuratus) with striking multicolored bill and contrast colors, green, orange, red, yellow, black and blue

RMHMHK91–Organic Pineaple Plantation (Ananas comosus). Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica

RF2XNPB29–Sipurio snouted treefrog, or olive-snouted treefrog (Scinax elaeochroa), Caribbean lowlands of Nicaragua, Panama and Costa Rica

Collared aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus), La Selva Biological Station, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica Stock Photo

RM2B7YP55–Collared aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus), La Selva Biological Station, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica

RF2D8F44J–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

RMBB28ET–St Martin Lowlands Sandy Ground

Montezuma oropendola (Psarocolius montezuma) resident breeder in the Caribbean coastal lowlands - southeastern Mexico to central Panama Stock Photo

RF2XNPAFR–Montezuma oropendola (Psarocolius montezuma) resident breeder in the Caribbean coastal lowlands - southeastern Mexico to central Panama

A colorful boat maneuvering in the Caribbean Sea with tourists and a rock formation in the foreground near la Playa Tulum Mexico Stock Photo

RMC289FF–A colorful boat maneuvering in the Caribbean Sea with tourists and a rock formation in the foreground near la Playa Tulum Mexico

Tortuguero Canals. Tortuguero National Park. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast Stock Photo

RFH6PX74–Tortuguero Canals. Tortuguero National Park. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast

Aerial view of la belle creole on the Caribbean island of st.maarten/st.martin Stock Photo

RF2C8D8GX–Aerial view of la belle creole on the Caribbean island of st.maarten/st.martin

Yellow-throated Toucan (ramphastos ambiguus) under the rain in the tropical rain forest of Costa Rica Stock Photo

RF2EE6Y5G–Yellow-throated Toucan (ramphastos ambiguus) under the rain in the tropical rain forest of Costa Rica

Closeup of Scarlet-rumped Tanager perching on a branch in Panama. This species is also known as Passerini's Tanager. Range from Mexico to Panama. Stock Photo

RF2PP3HTJ–Closeup of Scarlet-rumped Tanager perching on a branch in Panama. This species is also known as Passerini's Tanager. Range from Mexico to Panama.

Scarlet-rumped tanager [Here as Red Rumped Tanager] (Ramphocelus passerinii) is a medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from southern Mexico to western Panama. From Birds : illustrated by color photography : a monthly serial. Knowledge of Bird-life Vol 1 No 1 January 1897 Stock Photo

RF2D84K9Y–Scarlet-rumped tanager [Here as Red Rumped Tanager] (Ramphocelus passerinii) is a medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from southern Mexico to western Panama. From Birds : illustrated by color photography : a monthly serial. Knowledge of Bird-life Vol 1 No 1 January 1897

RF2D84B3F–Scarlet-rumped tanager [Here as Red Rumped Tanager] (Ramphocelus passerinii) is a medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from southern Mexico to western Panama. From Birds : illustrated by color photography : a monthly serial. Knowledge of Bird-life Vol 1 No 1 January 1897

Standing Woman with Crescent-shaped Head. Colombia, Caribbean Lowlands, Zenú, unknown date. Ceramics. Ceramic Stock Photo

RM2J010RA–Standing Woman with Crescent-shaped Head. Colombia, Caribbean Lowlands, Zenú, unknown date. Ceramics. Ceramic

A banana plantation in the lowlands of eastern Costa Rica near the Caribbean Sea Stock Photo

RMAE6MFG–A banana plantation in the lowlands of eastern Costa Rica near the Caribbean Sea

RF2KRJFEN–Canal Zone tree frog

Nose Ornament A.D. 1–1000 Zenú This metal nose ornament was created by Zenú metalworkers in the Caribbean Lowlands of Colombia through lost-wax casting, without a core, followed by hammering. (For more information on lost-wax casting, please see Metropolitan Museum of Art 2008.569.13a, b). The ornament consists of gold or an alloy of gold with copper. Some ceramic figurines show a person wearing a similar ornament by passing the central loop through the septum of their nose.[1] It is uncertain whether this could have been accomplished with a metal ornament such as the present example. The enti Stock Photo

RM2HH9J8D–Nose Ornament A.D. 1–1000 Zenú This metal nose ornament was created by Zenú metalworkers in the Caribbean Lowlands of Colombia through lost-wax casting, without a core, followed by hammering. (For more information on lost-wax casting, please see Metropolitan Museum of Art 2008.569.13a, b). The ornament consists of gold or an alloy of gold with copper. Some ceramic figurines show a person wearing a similar ornament by passing the central loop through the septum of their nose.[1] It is uncertain whether this could have been accomplished with a metal ornament such as the present example. The enti

RME7BY4F–Mangrove forest in the Petit Trou Lagoon, Lowlands, Western Tobago.

RM2Y09WA9–Bahnlinie auf Kuba

Central America, Costa Rica, Caribbean, Parque Nacional Tortuguero, national park guide escorting tour group in boat on canal lined with mangroves and rainforest Stock Photo

RMPFHYPP–Central America, Costa Rica, Caribbean, Parque Nacional Tortuguero, national park guide escorting tour group in boat on canal lined with mangroves and rainforest

Ancient map of South America sub-continent and part of the Caribbean with geographical Italian names and descriptions Stock Photo

RF2BD5Y5J–Ancient map of South America sub-continent and part of the Caribbean with geographical Italian names and descriptions

RM2B7YP4R–Collared aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus), La Selva Biological Station, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica

RF2D8F44C–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Collared aracaris (Pteroglossus torquatus) in lowland rainforest. Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica. Stock Photo

RM2HM5P36–Collared aracaris (Pteroglossus torquatus) in lowland rainforest. Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica.

RF2D8F433–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Collared aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus) feeding on berries in lowland rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Stock Photo

RM2HM5P3P–Collared aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus) feeding on berries in lowland rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa

RF2D8F439–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Female and male Great Curassows (Crax rubra) in rainforest. La Selva; Biological station; Sarapiqui; Limon; Caribbean; lowlands; Costa Rica; Stock Photo

RM2BKMJBJ–Female and male Great Curassows (Crax rubra) in rainforest. La Selva; Biological station; Sarapiqui; Limon; Caribbean; lowlands; Costa Rica;

RF2D8F437–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Collared aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus) feeding on fruit berries in lowland rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Stock Photo

RM2HM5P69–Collared aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus) feeding on fruit berries in lowland rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands,

RMBB28EN–St Martin Lowlands Sandy Ground

Tortuguero Channel. Tortuguero National Park. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast Stock Photo

RFH6THNC–Tortuguero Channel. Tortuguero National Park. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast

Palm trees Caribbean Sea Tulum Mexico Stock Photo

RMC289X1–Palm trees Caribbean Sea Tulum Mexico

Aerial view of an empty small island in the caribbean. Stock Photo

RF2C8D9ET–Aerial view of an empty small island in the caribbean.

RF2KRJF93–Canal Zone tree frog

Owl Staff Head A.D. 1–1000 Zenú Thought to fit onto staffs of rank or office, staff heads or finials from the Caribbean Lowlands in northwestern Colombia, have a thimble-shaped cap topped with three-dimensional figures of birds, locally known animals, and humans. The small sculptures are often ornate and detailed, as is this owl sitting at the edge of the cap. Its broad head, turned at a right angle to its body, has circular eyes and a pronounced beak; it is framed by a braided element and topped by a ridged crest. The bird's chest is composed of cast filigree openwork, creating a contrast to Stock Photo

RM2HHAX0F–Owl Staff Head A.D. 1–1000 Zenú Thought to fit onto staffs of rank or office, staff heads or finials from the Caribbean Lowlands in northwestern Colombia, have a thimble-shaped cap topped with three-dimensional figures of birds, locally known animals, and humans. The small sculptures are often ornate and detailed, as is this owl sitting at the edge of the cap. Its broad head, turned at a right angle to its body, has circular eyes and a pronounced beak; it is framed by a braided element and topped by a ridged crest. The bird's chest is composed of cast filigree openwork, creating a contrast to

American Night Heron (Nyctanassa Violacea) Petit Trou Lagoon, Lowlands, Tobago. Stock Photo

RME7BY54–American Night Heron (Nyctanassa Violacea) Petit Trou Lagoon, Lowlands, Tobago.

Valle de los Ingenios (Valley of the Sugar Mills), Cuba, Central America Stock Photo

RM2Y01231–Valle de los Ingenios (Valley of the Sugar Mills), Cuba, Central America

RMDRJ7TP–Olive-backed Euphonia

A Montezuma Oropendola amongst vegetation Stock Photo

RM2BNB535–A Montezuma Oropendola amongst vegetation

RFGKAK07–reptile green wild

Bananaquit Bird (Coereba flaveola) on a branch in Curacao Stock Photo

RMHHN3XG–Bananaquit Bird (Coereba flaveola) on a branch in Curacao

Highly detailed map of the caribbean island of Saint Martin with the main cities and roads map Stock Vector

RF2J7FFGY–Highly detailed map of the caribbean island of Saint Martin with the main cities and roads map

Pair of Ear Ornaments, Zenú, A.D. 1–1000, Colombia, Caribbean Lowlands, Zenú, Gold, W. 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm), Metal-Ornaments Stock Photo

RM2B0N7P5–Pair of Ear Ornaments, Zenú, A.D. 1–1000, Colombia, Caribbean Lowlands, Zenú, Gold, W. 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm), Metal-Ornaments

Art inspired by Bird Pendant, 5th–10th century, Colombia, Sinu River, Caribbean lowlands, Zenu or Sinu, Gold, H. 2 x W. 1 3/4 in. (5.1 x 4.4 cm), Metal-Ornaments, Classic works modernized by Artotop with a splash of modernity. Shapes, color and value, eye-catching visual impact on art. Emotions through freedom of artworks in a contemporary way. A timeless message pursuing a wildly creative new direction. Artists turning to the digital medium and creating the Artotop NFT Stock Photo

RF2HTX59A–Art inspired by Bird Pendant, 5th–10th century, Colombia, Sinu River, Caribbean lowlands, Zenu or Sinu, Gold, H. 2 x W. 1 3/4 in. (5.1 x 4.4 cm), Metal-Ornaments, Classic works modernized by Artotop with a splash of modernity. Shapes, color and value, eye-catching visual impact on art. Emotions through freedom of artworks in a contemporary way. A timeless message pursuing a wildly creative new direction. Artists turning to the digital medium and creating the Artotop NFT

Light Waves Against The Coastline Stock Photo

RF2AXG7JG–Light Waves Against The Coastline

Aerial over forest, Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica. Stock Photo

RMBKKYJN–Aerial over forest, Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica.

RFT7YY4B–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Anole lizard camouflaged on rainforest floor. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica. Stock Photo

RM2HM5WM6–Anole lizard camouflaged on rainforest floor. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica.

RMBB28E4–St Martin Lowlands Sandy Ground

Bullet Ant (Paraponera clavatea) in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica. Stock Photo

RM2HM5T1E–Bullet Ant (Paraponera clavatea) in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica.

RFH6THNN–Tortuguero Channel. Tortuguero National Park. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast

A colorful boat maneuvering in the Caribbean Sea with tourists near la Playa Tulum Mexico Stock Photo

RMC289F8–A colorful boat maneuvering in the Caribbean Sea with tourists near la Playa Tulum Mexico

Natural caves created by the caribbean sea. Le trou de david. Stock Photo

RF2C8D84P–Natural caves created by the caribbean sea. Le trou de david.

RF2KRJFKE–Canal Zone tree frog

RME7BY53–American Night Heron (Nyctanassa Violacea) Petit Trou Lagoon, Lowlands, Tobago.

Typical landscape on the island of Cuba Stock Photo

RM2XYK2MW–Typical landscape on the island of Cuba

Calabash Tree (Crescentia sp) Savannah sunrise, Belize Stock Photo

RMAD3XDK–Calabash Tree (Crescentia sp) Savannah sunrise, Belize

Jackfruit cluster on tree in jamaica, west indies, caribbean Stock Photo

RMM423GM–Jackfruit cluster on tree in jamaica, west indies, caribbean

Nose Ornament. Culture: Zenú. Dimensions: H. 1 1/8 x W. 12 1/8 in. (2.8 x 30.8 cm). Date: A.D. 1-1000. This solid metal nose ornament was fabricated through a combination of lost-wax casting and hammering. It is made of gold, or more likely, an alloy of gold with copper. There are some archaeological ceramic figurines that show a person wearing a similar nose ornament by passing the central, semicircular loop through the septum, but it is uncertain whether this could be accomplished with a metal version, like the present example.[1] A possible alternative is that a person would have fit the o Stock Photo

RMPB21HC–Nose Ornament. Culture: Zenú. Dimensions: H. 1 1/8 x W. 12 1/8 in. (2.8 x 30.8 cm). Date: A.D. 1-1000. This solid metal nose ornament was fabricated through a combination of lost-wax casting and hammering. It is made of gold, or more likely, an alloy of gold with copper. There are some archaeological ceramic figurines that show a person wearing a similar nose ornament by passing the central, semicircular loop through the septum, but it is uncertain whether this could be accomplished with a metal version, like the present example.[1] A possible alternative is that a person would have fit the o

. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region. Plants, Edible; Poisonous plants; Botany. 27. A—PlNGWING Bromelia Pinguin B—PlRO Bromelia Karatas The sour pingwing may be eaten raw or cooked. It is used to prepare a tart beverage similar to lemonade. The very young, tender leaves or sprouts or the center of the plant may be cooked as greens. Pingwing is a common wild plant of the Caribbean lowlands, growing abundantly in thickets and hedges. This fruit is similar to the cultivated pineapple; its leaves are spiny and the ripe fruits are yellow or red. Other names for it are pinuela, muta Stock Photo

RMRDN8EX–. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region. Plants, Edible; Poisonous plants; Botany. 27. A—PlNGWING Bromelia Pinguin B—PlRO Bromelia Karatas The sour pingwing may be eaten raw or cooked. It is used to prepare a tart beverage similar to lemonade. The very young, tender leaves or sprouts or the center of the plant may be cooked as greens. Pingwing is a common wild plant of the Caribbean lowlands, growing abundantly in thickets and hedges. This fruit is similar to the cultivated pineapple; its leaves are spiny and the ripe fruits are yellow or red. Other names for it are pinuela, muta

Purple Lubber Grasshopper (Taeniopoda reticulata) adult clinging to stem in rainforest Tortuguero N.P. Limon Province Costa Stock Photo

RMDA46RA–Purple Lubber Grasshopper (Taeniopoda reticulata) adult clinging to stem in rainforest Tortuguero N.P. Limon Province Costa

Nose Ornament, Zenú, A.D. 1–1000, Colombia, Caribbean Lowlands, Zenú, Gold, H. 7/8 × W. 4 1/8 × D. 1/4 in. (2.2 × 10.5 × 0.6 cm), Metal-Ornaments Stock Photo

RM2B0HD52–Nose Ornament, Zenú, A.D. 1–1000, Colombia, Caribbean Lowlands, Zenú, Gold, H. 7/8 × W. 4 1/8 × D. 1/4 in. (2.2 × 10.5 × 0.6 cm), Metal-Ornaments

Art inspired by Bird Ornament, 5th–10th century, Colombia, Sinu River, Caribbean lowlands, Zenu or Sinu, Gold, H. 1 1/4 x W. 3 1/8 in. (3.2 x 7.9 cm), Metal-Ornaments, Classic works modernized by Artotop with a splash of modernity. Shapes, color and value, eye-catching visual impact on art. Emotions through freedom of artworks in a contemporary way. A timeless message pursuing a wildly creative new direction. Artists turning to the digital medium and creating the Artotop NFT Stock Photo

RF2HTX5A9–Art inspired by Bird Ornament, 5th–10th century, Colombia, Sinu River, Caribbean lowlands, Zenu or Sinu, Gold, H. 1 1/4 x W. 3 1/8 in. (3.2 x 7.9 cm), Metal-Ornaments, Classic works modernized by Artotop with a splash of modernity. Shapes, color and value, eye-catching visual impact on art. Emotions through freedom of artworks in a contemporary way. A timeless message pursuing a wildly creative new direction. Artists turning to the digital medium and creating the Artotop NFT

Light Waves Against Coastline Stock Photo

RF2F8TTG8–Light Waves Against Coastline

. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region . 37. Dasheen Colocasia antiquorum CAUTION: This large underground tuber is poisonous, or at least dangerous, if eaten raw. It causes intense burning and swelling in the mouth and throat. However, when thoroughly baked or boiled, it has a good flavor and is nutritious. When cooked, these roots closely resemble Irish potatoes. The tender leaves also may be cooked and eaten like spinach. The dasheen was brought to America from the Old World and is now planted commonly on the sandy soils of the Caribbean lowlands. It is also called coco-yam, c Stock Photo

RMMAA3YY–. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region . 37. Dasheen Colocasia antiquorum CAUTION: This large underground tuber is poisonous, or at least dangerous, if eaten raw. It causes intense burning and swelling in the mouth and throat. However, when thoroughly baked or boiled, it has a good flavor and is nutritious. When cooked, these roots closely resemble Irish potatoes. The tender leaves also may be cooked and eaten like spinach. The dasheen was brought to America from the Old World and is now planted commonly on the sandy soils of the Caribbean lowlands. It is also called coco-yam, c

RFT7YY48–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Edible and poisonous plants of Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region ediblepoisonousp00dahl Year: 1944 49 39. Cassava Manihot Several varieties of cassava are found in the Caribbean. CAUTION: In some varieties the tubers contain a poisonous sub- stance that is destroyed by heat. In other varieties there is no poisonous principle present. The tubers should always be very thoroughly cooked before they are eaten. The young leaves may be boiled and eaten like spinach. Commonly planted in the Caribbean lowlands the large tuberous roots of this slender tree look much like sweet pota Stock Photo

RMRX6036–Edible and poisonous plants of Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region ediblepoisonousp00dahl Year: 1944 49 39. Cassava Manihot Several varieties of cassava are found in the Caribbean. CAUTION: In some varieties the tubers contain a poisonous sub- stance that is destroyed by heat. In other varieties there is no poisonous principle present. The tubers should always be very thoroughly cooked before they are eaten. The young leaves may be boiled and eaten like spinach. Commonly planted in the Caribbean lowlands the large tuberous roots of this slender tree look much like sweet pota

RFT7YY3W–Scarlet-rumped Tanager - Ramphocelus passerinii medium-sized passerine bird. This tanager is a resident breeder in the Caribbean lowlands from souther

Helicopter Damselfly (Megaloprepus caerulatus) in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica. Stock Photo

RM2HM5T1J–Helicopter Damselfly (Megaloprepus caerulatus) in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica.

RMBB28F7–St Martin Lowlands Sandy Ground

Helicopter Damselfly (Megaloprepus caerulatus) flying in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica. Stock Photo

RM2WA74EX–Helicopter Damselfly (Megaloprepus caerulatus) flying in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Rica.

Boat trip into the canals of Tortuguero. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast, Tortuguero National Park Stock Photo

RMH6PX7A–Boat trip into the canals of Tortuguero. Costa Rica, Limon Province, Caribbean coast, Tortuguero National Park

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) feeding at heliconias in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Ri Stock Photo

RM2HM5NT7–Rufous-tailed Hummingbird (Amazilia tzacatl) feeding at heliconias in rainforest. La Selva Biological Station, Sarapiquí, Caribbean lowlands, Costa Ri