Chien C. Lee

  • Select Portfolio
  • About
  • Connect
    • Contact
    • Instagram
    • Facebook
  • Events
    • Guided Trips
    • Exhibitions
    • Talks & Workshops
  • Full Image Library
    • All Galleries
    • Search
    • Cart
    • Lightbox
    • Client Area
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
x

Search Results

Refine Search
Match all words
Match any word
Prints
Personal Use
Royalty-Free
Rights-Managed
(leave unchecked to
search all images)
Next
184 images found
twitterlinkedinfacebook

Loading ()...

  • A male Whitehead's Broadbill (Calyptomena whiteheadi) returns to its nest where it passes food to the hungry chick. Both male and female care for the nestlings, providing insects and fruit, as well as removing fecal pellets. This scarcely-seen species is the largest of all the green broadbills (reaching 27cm in length) and is endemic to the montane forests of Borneo. Sabah, Malaysia.
    cld1501571.jpg
  • A male Black-naped Monarchs (Hypothymis azurea) at his nest. In these flycatchers both male and female will share equal care in tending to the nestlings. Krabi, Thailand.
    cld1102980.jpg
  • With tail feathers nearly a meter long, a male Black Sicklebill (Epimachus fastosus) struts his incredible plumage on a display perch high in the Arfak Mountains of West Papua. One of the largest of all the birds-of-paradise, this shy sicklebill is found only in remote cloud forests on the island of New Guinea. Although normally keeping to the tree tops, the male carefully selects an exposed perch lower in the canopy from where he will call and display for females at dawn.
    cld1608771.jpg
  • Stag beetle (Prosopocoilus occipitalis), male. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld07051319.jpg
  • Leaf insect (Cryptophyllium oyae), male. Usually considerably rarer than the flightless females, male Phyllium can also be distinguished by their narrower body shape and long antennae. The taxonomy of many Phyllium species remain poorly studied due to how infrequently they are observed. Ha Giang, Vietnam.
    cld2005002.jpg
  • Earth-boring dung beetle (Blackburnium rhinoceros), male. This unusual dung beetle is a member of the family Geotrupidae, often referred to as the earth-boring dung beetles. They are known for laying their eggs in burrows which are sometimes provisioned with leaf litter or dung. Wasur National Park, South Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1715349.jpg
  • Lesser Green Leafbird (Chloropsis cyanopogon), male. Sepilok Forest Reserve, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1700513.jpg
  • Golden Monarch (Carterornis chrysomela), male. Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1609882.jpg
  • Although masterful visual predators by day, chameleons lack light-sensitive rods in their eyes and thus have poor night vision. Because of this they typically retire at dusk to a sleeping perch, often returning to a favorite exposed branch which ideally puts them out of the reach of nocturnal snakes. This dozing Two-banded Chameleon (Furcifer balteatus) can be identified as a mature male by the two large rostral horns on his head, ornaments which are used to compete for mates. Endemic to only a small region of Madagascar’s southeastern rainforests, this species has become increasingly endangered and rare due to habitat loss and collection for the pet trade. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1721989.jpg
  • A male Great Argus Pheasant (Argusianus argus) is one of the most magnificent birds in the Bornean rainforest. Despite its large size it is shy and seldom seen, though its haunting call is frequently heard. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld08121442.jpg
  • This beautiful stag beetle (Neolamprima adolphinae) is native to the mountains of New Guinea. The oversized mandibles distinguish this male. West Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1504828.jpg
  • This large male Northwest Bornean Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus pygmaeus) is just beginning to develop cheek pads, a sign of maturity and placing his age to perhaps between 15 to 20 years. Batang Ai, Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1306182.jpg
  • Although the vast Australian outback is famous for its aridity, poor soils, and tortuous heat in summer, a surprising number of colorful creatures make this habitat their home. One of these is the aptly named Splendid Fairy-wren (Malurus splendens), a dainty yet bold bird that lives in small groups that hunt insects among the desert scrub. Despite the male’s gaudy plumage (as shown here), he will supplement his courtship efforts by wooing the female with pink or purple flower petals he has carefully plucked. Shark's Bay, Western Australia.
    cld1107722.jpg
  • A male Loten's Sunbird (Cinnyris lotenius), also known as the Long-billed Sunbird. Central Province, Sri Lanka.
    cld05122107.jpg
  • A male Rough Guardian Frog (Limnonectes finchi) transports tadpoles on its back to a suitable pool of water where it will release them. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld08121234.jpg
  • With his otherworldly plumage a male Wilson's Bird-of-paradise (Cicinnurus respublica) shows off his gaudy colors at a dancing ground he has cleared on the forest floor. Endemic to only two islands off the western coast of New Guinea, Wilson's BoP is surely one of the most bizarre in a family of birds already renowned for their exotic appearances.
    cld1608506.jpg
  • Two-banded Chameleon (Furcifer balteatus), male. A rare species, F. balteatus is known with certainty to occur at only a few locations in southeast Madagascar, and is classified as Endangered due to threats from habitat loss and collecting for the pet trade. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1721978.jpg
  • With his crop full of food and water, a male Plain-pouched Hornbill (Rhyticeros subruficollis) returns to his nest in the cavity of a tree wherein the female waits sealed inside. During the nesting period, which can last several months, his mate will be completely dependent on his regular visits to provide her with everything she needs while she incubates the young and raises the chicks. Unfortunately, his duties on this day have been complicated by the annoying attentions of a Greater Racket-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus paradiseus) which has perhaps also been nesting nearby. Although much smaller than the hornbill, drongos are known for their bold and aggressive behavior, especially towards other birds that could be potential predators of their nests. Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary, Thailand.
    cld1102161.jpg
  • This beautiful stag beetle (Neolamprima adolphinae) is native to the mountains of New Guinea. The oversized mandibles distinguish this male. West Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1504812.jpg
  • The Black-naped Monarch (Hypothymis azurea) is an active insect-eating bird of the forest canopy. Males, such as the one pictured here, sport a richer blue plumage than the greyish-colored females. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld07013125.jpg
  • Hikida's Forest Dragon (Hypsilurus hikidanus). Central Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld06060464.jpg
  • The Black-sided (or Bornean) Flowerpecker (Dicaeum monticolum) is the only montane flowerpecker in Borneo and is endemic to the island. Kinabalu National Park, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1709310.jpg
  • The Spotted Cuscus (Spilocuscus maculatus chrysorrhous) is a widespread arboreal marsupial occurring in the lowland rainforests of New Guinea and northern Australia. It is solitary and nocturnal, feeding primarily on leaves and fruits. Central Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld06030745.jpg
  • The Spotted Cuscus (Spilocuscus maculatus chrysorrhous) is a widespread arboreal marsupial occurring in the lowland rainforests of New Guinea and northern Australia. It is solitary and nocturnal, feeding primarily on leaves and fruits. Central Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld06030771.jpg
  • Red-crowned Barbet (Psilopogon rafflesii), a frugivorous bird from the rainforests of Southeast Asia. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld08092695.jpg
  • An inhabitant of montane cloud forest, this unusual harvestman (Phareicranaus curvipes) possesses claw-like pedipalps for securing prey. Henri Pittier National Park, Venezuela.
    cld09021616.jpg
  • A male harvestman (Quindina limbata) within a nest he has constructed on the side of a fallen log. He will remain in this nest for several months to mate with visiting females and guard the eggs which have been buried within the mud floor. Limón, Costa Rica.
    cld2200345.jpg
  • Like other small animals of the forest understory, this Borneo Forest Dragon (Gonocephalus bornensis) must juggle his attention between searching for prey (insects and spiders) while keeping a watchful eye out for larger predators. Although this species is unable to glide like the closely-related Dracos, it is nevertheless an agile climber and can move swiftly up and down trees. The impressive mane on the back of this male signifies his maturity - we will readily defend his territory against rival males. Danum Valley, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1928123.jpg
  • Red-bearded Bee-Eater (Nyctyornis amictus), male. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2218766.jpg
  • During mating, the male tiger beetle uses his mandibles to grasp the female at the rear of her thorax in a groove called the 'coupling sulcus'. The contours of this groove correspond only to the mandibles of a male of her own species, and prevents interspecific breeding by allowing the female to throw off a male of another species. Danum Valley, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1409053.jpg
  • Frog-legged Leaf Beetle (Sagra buqueti), male. Among the most beautiful of all beetles, a jeweled frog-legged leaf beetle perches on foliage in the Borneo rainforest. With over a dozen species in the genus, Sagra beetles are characterized by their metallic colors and enlarged hind limbs. Rather than being jumpers as their name would otherwise suggest, their spiny hind legs are used in defense and probably also male-male combat. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1503751.jpg
  • Leaf insect (Phyllium agnesagamaae) , male. Unlike their larger and more heavily bodied female counterparts, male Leaf Insects (family Phyllidae) have fully developed wings and are capable of flight. Danum Valley, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1402222.jpg
  • Frog-legged Leaf Beetle (Sagra buqueti), male. Among the most beautiful of all beetles, a jeweled frog-legged leaf beetle perches on foliage in the Borneo rainforest. With over a dozen species in the genus, Sagra beetles are characterized by their metallic colors and enlarged hind limbs. Rather than being jumpers as their name would otherwise suggest, their spiny hind legs are used in defense and probably also male-male combat. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1503876.jpg
  • As some of the most vital sensory organs among insects, it's no wonder that antennae come in a great variety of shapes and sizes to suit their various specializations. Here, a male Callirhipid beetle displays his extravagant feelers which are over half the length of his body. Like the feathery antennae of some male moths, this shape is designed to maximize the surface area to enable detection of even the faintest pheromones of distant females. However, unlike moths, these 'flabellate' (fan-like) antennae can be neatly folded away for protection when they're not needed, such as when the beetle is burrowing under bark or in rotten wood. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2018214.jpg
  • An adult male Giant Golden Orbweaver (Nephila pilipes) is dwarfed by a gigantic female of the same species.  The male's tiny size allows him to approach the aggressive female unnoticed, or at least be considered nothing more than an insignificantly small prey item. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld10061714.jpg
  • Competition for mates can be fierce at choice breeding sites, especially when the season to raise young may be limited. Here, among the ferns over an ephemeral forest pool, a male Black-dotted Tree Frog (Litoria nigropunctata) (on the left) uses his hind legs to kick an amplexing rival male in an attempt to dislodge him from the back of the female. Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1912732.jpg
  • A carefully arranged pile of Aeschynanthus flowers forms the centerpiece of a Vogelkop Bowerbird's (Amblyornis inornata) display. The elaborately constructed twig hut with various colorful ornaments (here including flowers, beetle elytra, and fruit husks) is constructed by the male solely for the purpose of impressing female birds to select him as a mate. Each male will use their own artistic preferences in selecting various colors for their display, and theft of highly desirable items by competitors is a frequent occurrence. West Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1314004.jpg
  • Madagascar’s largest land predator, the Fossa (Cryptoprocta ferox). This receptive female has climbed a tall tree where she waits for a male who is able to join her on one of the upper branches. Reaching her isn’t always an easy task for the males, which are considerably larger and heavier, and they often face fierce competition when attempting to do so. Kirindy Reserve, Madagascar.
    cld1721054.jpg
  • This male hammer-headed fruit fly (Themara sp., family Tephritidae) sports unusually long eye stalks, superficially resembling the true stalk-eyed flies (family Diopsidae). The males are highly territorial, each staking out a small favorable patch on the surface of a fallen log near the rainforest floor. Mulu National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1501253.jpg
  • Sun Glass Frog (Hyalinobatrachium aureoguttatum), male hiding on the underside of a leaf. The pattern on the back of this species mimics a cluster of the frog's eggs, which help to deter attacks by predatory wasps. Esmeraldas, Ecuador.
    cld1811675.jpg
  • Larut Bush Frog (Philautus larutensis), male. Mulu National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2006135.jpg
  • Ivohimanita Madagascar Frog (Mantidactylus majori), male guarding eggs. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1923664.jpg
  • Huntsman spider (Gnathopalystes sp.), male. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1817103.jpg
  • Temminck's Sunbird (Aethopyga temminckii), male. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1411110.jpg
  • Only the male Wallace's Standardwing (Semioptera wallacii) possesses the highly ornamental plumage, females being plain brown in coloration. This species is endemic to Halmahera and a few offshore islands and is one of the westernmost birds of paradise (family Paradisaeidae). Halmahera, North Maluku, Indonesia.
    cld1109418.jpg
  • A male flower scarab (Mecynorhina harrisi), prepared to ward off rivals with his formidable horn, guards a female while she feeds on tree sap. Udzungwa Mountains, Tanzania.
    cld2302239.jpg
  • Ankafana Bright-eyed Frog (Boophis luteus), male. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1837741.jpg
  • Plain-pouched Hornbill (Rhyticeros subruficollis), male at nest. Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary, Thailand.
    cld1102105.jpg
  • Tree frog (Boophis tasymena), male. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1837286.jpg
  • Hump-nosed lizard photo (Lyriocephalus scutatus), male. Sinharaja National Park, Southern Province, Sri Lanka.
    cld1827468.jpg
  • Wilson's Bird-of-paradise (Diphyllodes respublica), male courting female at his display ground. West Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea)
    cld1821702.jpg
  • Cryptic Chameleon (Calumma crypticum), male. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1718095.jpg
  • Red-headed Barbet (Eubucco bourcierii), male. Mindo, Ecuador.
    cld1804223.jpg
  • Stick insect (Orthomeria superba), male showing parasitic mites. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1503458.jpg
  • Epidares nolimetangere, male. With over 300 recognized species, Borneo is the richest area in the world for stick insects (order Phasmatodea). This species is endemic to Borneo and a number of color variations have been found throughout the island, such as this pure red form originating from central Sarawak.
    cld1511046.jpg
  • Blue-eyed Angle-headed Lizard (Gonocephalus liogaster), male. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1203146.jpg
  • Sharp-nosed Chameleon (Kinyongia oxyrhina), male. Udzungwa Mountains, Tanzania.
    cld2237985.jpg
  • Broad-headed Creek Frog (Limnonectes kong), male. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2119742.jpg
  • Rafflesia tuan-mudae, male flower. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2119268.jpg
  • Wallace's Flying Frog (Rhacophorus nigropalmatus), male. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1928848.jpg
  • A male Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas) allows its wings to expand and harden after emerging from its cocoon.  It will now live only long enough to find a mate. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld06061228.jpg
  • Stick insect (Dinophasma braggi), male. Mulu National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2006646.jpg
  • Brown Bullfrog (Kaloula baleata), male. Mulu National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2007631.jpg
  • Like some kind of karmic balance, it has often been remarked that the more plain-looking a bird is, the more beautiful its song, whereas those bestowed with gorgeous plumage tend to have simple calls. Research across hundreds of bird species has revealed a negative correlation between these traits, suggesting that there may be a trade-off in visual vs. acoustic signals when it comes to attracting mates. Likely falling at one end of this spectrum, Birds-of-paradise certainly are among the most extravagantly ornamented species in the world, but their highly varied calls often consist of harsh squawks and penetrating whistles, which although extremely loud are anything but melodious. Here, a male Wilson’s BoP (Cicinnurus respublica) raucously advertises his presence above his display ground, though if a female approaches he will fall silent and rely on his feathers for the real game of courtship. Waigeo Island, West Papua, Indonesia.
    cld1914615.jpg
  • Magnificent Riflebird (Lophorina magnifica), male calling from display perch. Heard far more often than seen, these uncommon and extremely shy birds are responsible for the most quintessential sound of the Papuan rainforest. Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1912456.jpg
  • Glasswing Butterfly (Cithaerias cliftoni), male. Yasuní National Park, Ecuador.
    cld1807892.jpg
  • Katydid (Aspidonotus spinosus), male. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1900656.jpg
  • Horned Flying Lizard (Draco cornutus), male using his dewlap to display for courtship and territorial aggression. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1824601.jpg
  • Magnificent Bird-of-paradise (Diphyllodes magnificus), male calling from his display ground, showing the bright yellow inside of his mouth. West Papua, Indonesia (New Guinea).
    cld1820928.jpg
  • Transforming into an extravagant bouquet of colors and shapes, a male Magnificent Bird-of-paradise (Diphyllodes magnificus) puts on his best show in the hopes of impressing a female visitor to his courting ground. She has a critical eye for imperfections as she will be selecting him based on the merits of his display alone – a testament to his overall fitness and desirable genes. This selective pressure is the driving force behind the evolution of some of the most incredible avian spectacles in the world.
    cld1820800.jpg
  • Emerald Glassfrog (Espadarana prosoblepon), male showing humeral spines for intraspecific combat. Mindo, Ecuador.
    cld1803705.jpg
  • Sun Glass Frog (Hyalinobatrachium aureoguttatum), male. Esmeraldas, Ecuador.
    cld1811642.jpg
  • Masked Trogon (Trogon personatus), male. Mindo, Ecuador.
    cld1804677.jpg
  • A large male rhinoceros beetle (Beckius beccarii). This species is endemic to the forested regions of New Guinea. West Papua, Indonesia.
    cld1713305.jpg
  • A male Whiskered Treeswift (Hemiprocne comata). Unlike true swifts, these birds can often be seen perching on exposed branches from which they make short sallying flights after insects. Danum Valley Conservation Area, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld07102760.jpg
  • An adult male Silvered Leaf Monkey (Trachypithecus cristatus) keeps a watchful eye out for any threats to his harem of females. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld10112345.jpg
  • A large male Bornean Clouded Leopard (Neofelis diardi) is caught on camera trap as he patrols his territory in the rainforest of Danum Valley, Sabah. Borneo's largest cat species, the clouded leopard preys on a variety of smaller wildlife ranging from deer and wild boar to monkeys. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1605197.jpg
  • Green Honeycreeper (Chlorophanes spiza), male. Colón, Panama.
    cld2306505.jpg
  • Pulchriphyllium fredkugani, male. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2218904.jpg
  • Little Green-Pigeon (Treron olax), male feeding on fruits of Glochidion rubrum. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2216028.jpg
  • With colors that seem to glow with an unearthly radiance, a male Osa Anole (Anolis osa) betrays his normally cryptic appearance to briefly flash his extended dewlap. Anole lizards are famous for these flamboyant visual signals – they are used to attract mates, ward off rivals, and even sometimes dissuade potential predators. A 2015 study found that the translucent quality of anole dewlaps was a crucial component in their ability to transmit these color signals effectively, particularly in shady environments; under the right conditions they possess an almost unnatural luminance. This species, which is endemic to Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, spends most of its time on perches near ground level in the dappled light of the rainforest understory. Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
    cld2203243.jpg
  • With night vision hundreds of times more sensitive than ours and the ability to discern color even in near total darkness, Madagascar’s leaf-tailed geckos (Uroplatus spp.) are superbly adapted as nocturnal insect hunters. Large eyes, however, demand special maintenance. Like most geckos, Uroplatus have no eyelids and cannot blink; instead, they utilize their long tongues like windshield wipers, keeping their eyes moist and clean. This is a young male Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko (U. phantasticus), a denizen of the island’s rainforest zone and a superb mimic of dead foliage. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1917497.jpg
  • Translucent katydid (Lacipoda immunda), male concealing itself on the undersurface of a leaf. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2113328.jpg
  • Sumatran Flying Dragon (Draco sumatranus), male performing territorial display. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2104731.jpg
  • Touch-Me-Not Stick Insect (Epidares nolimetangere), male. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1925408.jpg
  • A large male O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon (Calumma oshaughnessyi) stalks up a forest liana, keeping an eye out for both prey and predator alike. With 360-degree vision, remarkable image acuity, and monocular depth perception, chameleons can detect insects that might be well out of reach, judge their distance accurately, and even distinguishing them from their surroundings when the insect is completely still. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1901994.jpg
  • Tarantula (Pamphobeteus sp.), male. Yasuní National Park, Ecuador.
    cld1807757.jpg
  • Katydid (Chondroderella borneensis), male. Kubah National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2021567.jpg
  • This unusual male katydid (Tympanophyllum atroterminatum) conceals itself by flattening its wings against the surface of a leaf. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1202451.jpg
  • Asian Brown Tortoise (Manouria emys), male. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1801846.jpg
  • Velvet Asity (Philepitta castanea), male. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1916264.jpg
  • Katydid (Aspidonotus spinosus), male. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1900646.jpg
  • Lowland Dwarf Toad (Pelophryne signata), male vocalising. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1925488.jpg
  • Dring's Bush Frog (Philautus juliandringi), male. Mulu National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld2006978.jpg
  • Red-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis amictus), male. Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1932709.jpg
  • Cophixalus rajampatensis, male. Waigeo Island, West Papua, Indonesia.
    cld1914515.jpg
  • Raspy cricket (Echidnogryllacris sanguinolenta), male. Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar.
    cld1901033.jpg
  • Guenther's Dwarf Toad (Pelophryne guentheri), male. Sarawak, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1724049.jpg
  • Northeast Bornean Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus morio), adult male. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1817493.jpg
  • Black-naped Monarch (Hypothymis azurea), male on nest. Sabah, Malaysia (Borneo).
    cld1817317.jpg
Next