Illuminating Emergence

A harp trap stands at a mine entrance at dusk, with a researcher behind it using a red headlamp against a rocky hillside surrounded by rainforest.

A harp trap stands at the entrance of an abandoned mine to capture bats during emergence. The photograph reveals a quiet moment of nightfall, when field research brings the hidden lives of nocturnal animals to light. Red light, commonly used around wildlife, minimizes disturbance while still illuminating the scene.