Naturalist Notes: Blooming Immortelles

Immortelles blooming   © Denise Etienne

Presently  in the northern range there are countless amounts of Immortelle trees in full bloom. Their bright orange flowers attract numerous species of birds including: hummingbirds, honeycreepers, orioles, one can even observe Parrots and Oropendolas feeding. This tree was especially grown to shade Cocoa and Coffee.

© Denise Etienne

The forest and I...

I have always loved the forest! 

It's full of tranquility and amazing beauty

Teeming with life in every direction,

Be it tiny ants, or the great big tree

All living together in harmony.

© Denise Etienne, 2010

Arima Valley

"A view from the veranda this morning" 

There is something mystical about the forest in the mornings,

Inviting us to its unique and enchanting beauty.

It’s the core of our being,

Supplying our every breath.

Be good,

D.

© Denise Etienne