The missing link

Here's a walking, breathing freak of a fish we saw while canoeing near Phuket.

The lagoon we saw him (or her?) in is only accessible through a narrow tunnel full of bats. During low tide the lagoon water flows back to the sea, so this species learned how to walk (using front flippers) and breathe on the dry lagoon bed.

Hello, Darwin.

Sun setting in Khao Lak

We spent a wonderful week in all-but-deserted Khao Lak a week ago. After one week back in the office it does feel like we were there a year ago.

Our hotel was opposite to a small island lighthouse, which was accessible by foot during low tide. The locals used the opportunity to go pick up clams from the rocks.

Silly western tourist only took a moody picture.