Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) Mention hibiscus and large, showy flowers in a rainbow of colours spring to mind. It's not surprising because almost every stretch of road in the island has at least one hibiscus shrub planted somewhere along it! ...
What makes Spittal Pond Nature Reserve endlessly fascinating is its ever-changing landscape. On one side, a rugged rocky shore meets the ocean; on the other, a dense forest provides a natural haven. At its heart lies Spittal Pond, a permanent, non...
During offshore dives, fish enthusiasts may spot the grumpy deportment of the coney eyeing them from a hollow in the reef. The coney (Cephalopholis fulva) is an expressive fish with a large golden eye, and markings that can change colour moment to mo...
Back in the spring of 2020, some commuters travelling to and from the east end may have noticed with consternation the sudden arrival of heavy construction equipment on a grassy and wooded area just west of Shelly Bay on the north shore. Did the digg...
The Portuguese Man O’ War is an object of beauty – and at the same time, dread. These strange, floating creatures are dangerous to humans, causing very painful stings. They can be such a nuisance that warning signs are often erected on beaches when t...
