Daniel Sauter

@sauterlab.bsky.social

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Virologist & Research Group Leader at @unituebingen.bsky.social‬ Fascinated by viruses, innate immunity, evolution — and birds 🐦 #Virology #HIV #HERVs #Retrotransposons #Placenta #Evolution #Birds

Close-up of a Palm cockatoo showcasing its striking black feathers and distinctive red cheek patches.
A red-breasted nuthatch perches on a broken tree stump.
A yellowhammer bird with yellow and brown feathers is perched on a lichen-covered tree branch against a blue sky.
Plakat mit dem Titel 'Science Cocktail Night' und dem Slogan 'Sprechen über HIV' sowie Veranstaltungsdetails. Die Science Cocktail Night findet am 3. Juli von 17 bis 21 Uhr vor dem Stadtmuseum Tübingen statt.
A blackbird with black feathers and a bright orange beak perches on a wire fence against a blurred gray background.
Curious Morepork owl with wide yellow eyes tilts its head while perched on a mossy branch. Bright green foliage in the background.
Close-up of a pigeon with iridescent feathers and a vivid orange eye, set against a blurred green background.
Close-up of an American barn owl with a heart-shaped face and mottled brown and white feathers, set against a blurred green background.
A blue-black Satin bowerbird with bright blue eyes arranging blue objects near its intricately built twig bower in the forest.
A male superb fairywren (Malurus cyaneus) perched on a barbed wire fence. The small bird has vivid blue and black plumage on its head and upper body, with soft brown wings and a long upright blue tail, set against a blurred green background.
Laysan albatross Wisdom sitting on a sandy nest with grassy patches, displaying smooth white and dark grey feathers. Another bird in the background. Picture was taken in 2015, with wisdom being at least 65 years old.
Close-up of a cassowary's head, showcasing its vibrant blue and red neck and distinctive horn-like casque. Background is a blurred natural setting.
A zebra finch perches on a branch, surrounded by lush green leaves. It has a striking orange cheek patch and a black-and-white striped chest.
A California scrub-jay with vivid blue and gray plumage sits on a pine branch against a clear blue sky background, conveying a serene, natural scene.
An osprey perched on a bare branch against a clear blue sky. The bird's sharp gaze and majestic posture convey a sense of strength and vigilance.
A bird with two very long tail feathers lies on a rocky ground at night, lit by a spotlight. Its speckled gray plumage contrasts with the dark background.
Chinstrap penguin taking a nap, with two fluffy gray chicks nestled underneath. The scene conveys warmth and protection, set against a rocky background.
A bright blue indigo bunting perches on a thin branch, beak open as if singing, with a plain background.
A taxidermy oilbird is displayed on a white shelf against a pale background.
A Eurasian jay with vibrant blue and black wing feathers and a soft brown body perches on a mossy branch, set against a blurred background.
A small bird with olive-green plumage and a subtle orange-brown face sits on a branch. The background is softly blurred.
A white bellbird perched on a branch against a pale blue background, showing its bright white plumage and distinctive long wattle extending from its head. The bird is seen in profile, highlighting its dark eye and black bill.
Fully decorated interior of a city bus, with blue and golden ornaments and garlands.
A close-up of a turkey vulture with a red, featherless head and dark brown feathers against a blue sky.
A hooded crow with black and grey feathers stands on a stone ledge, facing the camera, against a plain, light-grey background.
A bar-tailed godwit in flight against a clear blue sky, wings spread wide to show its patterned feathers and long, slightly upturned bill.
A European robin perched on a branch, its orange breast glowing in the sunlight. The bird’s round body and soft gray-brown feathers contrast with the bare branches around it.
A male superb fairywren (Malurus cyaneus) perched on a barbed wire fence. The small bird has vivid blue and black plumage on its head and upper body, with soft brown wings and a long upright blue tail, set against a blurred green background.
A harpy eagle perched on a bare, weathered tree branch. The eagle has a powerful build, dark wings, a light-colored body, and a distinctive patterned tail. Its sharp beak is slightly open, and it gazes to the side.
A tall Secretary bird stands in dry grassland. It has long pinkish legs, a pale gray body, black flight feathers, and a striking crest of long black quills on the back of its head, with a red-orange face patch around the eyes.
A small, dark brown bird perched among branches, next to a red blossom. The bird has a slender, slightly curved bill and faint white markings near its eyes and underparts.
Malleefowl standing on a mound of soil and leaf litter, showing mottled brown, cream, and black plumage that provides excellent camouflage in its dry, scrubland habitat.
A Hoatzin perched on a bare tree branch. The bird has a spiky reddish-brown crest, blue facial skin, red eyes, and brown wings with cream and chestnut highlights. Soft, blurred background of blue and green hues.
Scenic view of Tübingen, Germany: a traditional wooden punt boat with passengers glides along the Neckar River. A punter stands at the rear with a pole. On the riverbank are historic houses with a tower, lush green trees, and flowering plants in the foreground. Picture by Barbara Honner © Verkehrsverein Tübingen
Close-up of a flamingo’s head and neck. The bird has pale pink plumage, a thick downward-curved bill that is light pink with a large black tip, and a striking yellow eye. The background is softly blurred in pastel tones.
Close-up photo of two northern gannets with white plumage, pale yellow heads, and striking light-blue eyes with black outlines.
Promotional banner for RetroPATH 2025, the 34th International Workshop on Retroviral Pathogenesis. The image features colorful historic buildings of Tübingen along the Neckar River at night.