Dominica
751 km²
Caribbean fauna
The Pinchon’s Frog
Description The Pinchon’s Frog, scientifically named Eleutherodactylus pinchoni, is endemic to the islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe, specifically on Basse-Terre Island in Guadeloupe. It is found in similar habitats on both islands, mainly in tropical rainforests and mountainous areas, near streams or in environments rich […]
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The Hispaniolan Solenodon
The Hispaniolan Solenodon (Solenodon paradoxus) The Hispaniolan solenodon is a rare and unique mammal belonging to the order Eulipotyphla, which also includes hedgehogs and shrews. Description The Hispaniolan solenodon is a small insectivorous mammal, measuring between 28 and 32 cm in length, not including its […]
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Bichiques
Background The bichiques, also known as Sicydium punctatum and Sicydium plumieri, are two species of gobiid fish found in the rivers of the Caribbean, particularly in Guadeloupe. These amphidromous species, which migrate between fresh and salt water during their life cycle, are important indicators of […]
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Stick insects (walking sticks)
Background Stick insects, also known as “walking sticks” or “leaf insects,” are fascinating creatures highly adapted to their environment. In Guadeloupe, these insects stand out for their remarkable ability to blend into vegetation through mimicry. Stick insects are primarily nocturnal and feed on leaves. They […]
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Octostruma lutzi (Wheeler, 1913)
Context The term Octostruma lutzi refers to a species of ant belonging to the genus Octostruma, endemic to the Caribbean islands, particularly Dominica and Guadeloupe. Like many ant species, Octostruma lutzi plays a crucial role in local ecosystems, especially in the decomposition of organic matter […]
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The Grand Blue Morpho
Context The term Morpho Fabricius refers to the genus Morpho, a group of Neotropical butterflies famous for their metallic blue wings. This name honors the entomologist Johan Christian Fabricius, who contributed greatly to insect classification. Among the species in this genus is the Grand Blue […]
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Ouassou "King of the springs"
Context The “Ouassou” (King of the Springs) is the name used in the Caribbean, particularly in Guadeloupe, to refer to several species of freshwater shrimp in the genus Macrobrachium. The term does not refer to a single species but broadly encompasses the giant freshwater shrimp […]
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Red-legged Sparrow (Sporophila minuta)
Description This is a small passerine, measuring 12–13 cm, exhibiting sexual dimorphism. The male is glossy black with a brick-red patch on the eyebrow, chin, and throat. Its beak is strong and dark brown. The female is gray-brown with olive-green tones on the back, and […]
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Couresse of Saint-Lucia
Description The St. Lucia Racer, also known as the Couresse of Saint Lucia, is a snake endemic to Saint Lucia, with only 20 individuals known in the world today, making it the rarest snake on Earth. This oviparous species primarily feeds on lizards and other […]
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The Lemon Shark
Description The Lemon Shark (Negaprion brevirostris), which can reach up to 3.5 meters in length, gets its name from its coloration, which ranges from yellow to green depending on the light in the water. This feature helps it blend into sandy bottoms while hunting. Its […]
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