Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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African Woolly-necked Stork
Ciconia microscelis
The African Woolly-necked Stork is a master of patient hunting, easily recognized by its fleecy white neck and shimme...
American Crow
Corvus brachyrhynchos
The American Crow is a brilliant strategist and a social powerhouse of the backyard. Witness the incredible intellige...
American Goldfinch
Spinus tristis
Meet the 'Wild Canary' of North America! These cheerful, acrobatic finches bring a splash of brilliant yellow to your...
American Herring Gull
Larus smithsonianus
The iconic 'sea gull' of North America, the American Herring Gull is an exceptionally clever survivor. Whether patrol...
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
The iconic orange-breasted neighbor of every American backyard, the American Robin is a master forager and a soulful ...
American Tree Sparrow
Spizelloides arborea
A hardy visitor from the Arctic tundra, the American Tree Sparrow is a winter favorite known for its 'stickpin' breas...
Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
The ultimate symbol of American wilderness, the Bald Eagle is a master of the skies and a breathtaking sight for any ...
Bewick's Wren
Thryomanes bewickii
The Bewick's Wren is a tiny package of immense personality, known for its bold white 'eyebrow' and a voice that can f...
Black-capped Chickadee
Poecile atricapillus
The Black-capped Chickadee is a tiny bird with a big personality. Famous for its 'chick-a-dee-dee-dee' call and remar...
Black-chested Jay
Cyanocorax affinis
A bold and brilliant socialite of the tropical forest, the Black-chested Jay is impossible to miss with its striking ...
Black-crested Titmouse
Baeolophus atricristatus
The spirited 'mohawk' of the Texas brush, the Black-crested Titmouse is a charismatic visitor known for its bold pers...
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
A dapper flycatcher in a charcoal tuxedo, the Black Phoebe is a backyard favorite known for its elegant tail-wag and ...
Blue-gray Tanager
Thraupis episcopus
Meet the 'Blue Jean' of the bird world, a social and vibrant songbird that brings a splash of powdery azure to backya...
Blue Jay
Cyanocitta cristata
Brilliant, bold, and incredibly smart, the Blue Jay is the colorful sentinel of the American backyard. With their str...
Boat-tailed Grackle
Quiscalus major
With a tail that acts as a rudder and a coat of shimmering midnight-blue feathers, the Boat-tailed Grackle is the und...
Brewer's Blackbird
Euphagus cyanocephalus
The Brewer's Blackbird is the ultimate suburban opportunist, recognizable by its confident stride and the male's pier...
Brown-headed Cowbird
Molothrus ater
The clever socialite of the backyard, the Brown-headed Cowbird is a master of adaptation with a unique history of fol...
Brown-headed Nuthatch
Sitta pusilla
The 'Rubber Ducky' of the South, this tiny pine-loving acrobat is one of the few birds in the world that uses tools t...
California Scrub-Jay
Aphelocoma californica
Meet the bold architect of the oak woodlands. Famous for their incredible memory and vibrant azure plumage, Californi...
Carolina Chickadee
Poecile carolinensis
A tiny dynamo of the southern woods, the Carolina Chickadee is famous for its curiosity, acrobatic foraging, and icon...
Carolina Wren
Thryothorus ludovicianus
The Carolina Wren is a charismatic, cinnamon-colored powerhouse with a voice that can fill an entire neighborhood. Bo...
Cassin's Finch
Haemorhous cassinii
A hardy mountaineer of the West, the Cassin's Finch is famous for its vibrant raspberry crown and its preference for ...
Cedar Waxwing
Bombycilla cedrorum
With their silky plumage, elegant black masks, and vibrant yellow tail tips, Cedar Waxwings are among the most stylis...
Chihuahuan Raven
Corvus cryptoleucus
The Chihuahuan Raven is the clever, social spirit of the American Southwest. Known for its problem-solving skills and...
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Meet the 'hair-bird' of the backyard—a tiny, friendly sparrow with a dapper red cap and a song like a ticking clock. ...
Clay-colored Thrush
Turdus grayi
Meet the soul of the garden: the Clay-colored Thrush. Known for its flute-like melodies and friendly disposition, thi...
Common Grackle
Quiscalus quiscula
The Common Grackle is the iridescent jewel of the backyard, blending prehistoric looks with high-level intelligence. ...
Common Ostrich
Struthio camelus
The world's largest bird is a prehistoric marvel that trades flight for incredible speed. Towering over the African p...
Common Raven
Corvus corax
Witness the genius of the avian world. The Common Raven is a massive, soulful mastermind that brings a touch of wild ...
Crested Oropendola
Psarocolius decumanus
Architects of the sky, the Crested Oropendola is famous for its massive hanging nests and liquid, metallic songs. Wit...
Crimson-backed Tanager
Ramphocelus dimidiatus
Nicknamed 'Sangre de Toro' for its intense, bull-blood red plumage, the Crimson-backed Tanager is a social sparkplug ...
Dark-eyed Junco
Junco hyemalis
The 'snowbirds' of North America, Dark-eyed Juncos bring life to quiet winter gardens with their crisp tuxedo-like pl...
Double-banded Sandgrouse
Pterocles bicinctus
A master of desert camouflage with a secret twilight life, the Double-banded Sandgrouse is famous for its incredible ...
Downy Woodpecker
Dryobates pubescens
The Downy Woodpecker is the acrobatic tiny star of the backyard bird world. Small enough to balance on a twig but tou...
Eastern Bluebird
Sialia sialis
The Eastern Bluebird is a stunning splash of sky-blue and rusty-orange that brings life to any open landscape. A belo...
Eastern Towhee
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
A striking bird of the brush, the Eastern Towhee is more often heard than seen. With its bold tricolor pattern and un...
Egyptian Goose
Alopochen aegyptiaca
Strikingly beautiful and famously bold, the Egyptian Goose is a master of adaptation. With its iconic 'mascara' eye p...
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Streptopelia decaocto
With its elegant silhouette and soothing rhythmic coo, the Eurasian Collared-Dove is a master of adaptation. Easily r...
Eurasian Tree Sparrow
Passer montanus
Often mistaken for its urban cousin, the Eurasian Tree Sparrow is a dapper little bird distinguished by its rich ches...
European Starling
Sturnus vulgaris
A master of mimicry with a coat of shimmering 'stars,' the European Starling is a backyard acrobat that brings high-e...
Field Sparrow
Spizella pusilla
With its endearing 'surprised' expression and its signature bright pink bill, the Field Sparrow is the sweetheart of ...
Fish Crow
Corvus ossifragus
The sleek, nasal-voiced cousin of the American Crow, the Fish Crow is a master of the marsh and the suburban landscap...
Flame-rumped Tanager
Ramphocelus flammigerus
An endemic treasure of Colombia, the Flame-rumped Tanager dazzles with its high-contrast velvet black and scarlet plu...
Glaucous Tanager
Thraupis glaucocolpa
A masterpiece of subtle tropical color, the Glaucous Tanager is a frequent and welcome visitor to gardens across Colo...
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
The Golden Eagle is the undisputed monarch of the mountain sky, a golden-crowned predator of immense power and grace....
Gray-headed Chachalaca
Ortalis cinereiceps
Meet the Gray-headed Chachalaca, the raucous socialite of the forest edge. Known for their loud morning choruses and ...
Hairy Woodpecker
Leuconotopicus villosus
A powerful and focused percussionist of the forest, the Hairy Woodpecker is a striking sight with its bold black-and-...
Helmeted Guineafowl
Numida meleagris
With their striking polka-dotted plumage and distinctive bony crest, Helmeted Guineafowl are the ultimate backyard gu...
Hermit Thrush
Catharus guttatus
A champion of the forest's ethereal choir, the Hermit Thrush is as famous for its haunting song as it is for its subt...
House Finch
Haemorhous mexicanus
The House Finch is a master of the neighborhood, bringing a splash of rosy color and a cheerful, rambling song to eve...
House Sparrow
Passer domesticus
The ultimate urban survivor, the House Sparrow is a cheerful and boisterous regular in backyards worldwide. Watch for...
Juniper Titmouse
Baeolophus ridgwayi
A master of the high desert and pinyon-juniper woodlands, the Juniper Titmouse is a small bird with a big personality...
Keel-billed Toucan
Ramphastos sulfuratus
Meet the 'flying banana' of the tropical canopy. With its iconic rainbow-hued bill and playful social personality, th...
Lazuli Bunting
Passerina amoena
Bring the brilliant azure of the West to your screen. The Lazuli Bunting is a summer jewel whose vibrant colors and c...
Marsh Wren
Cistothorus palustris
A tiny, vocal powerhouse of the wetlands, the Marsh Wren is best known for its rattling song and habit of building do...
Mountain Bluebird
Sialia currucoides
A breathtaking flash of cerulean against the western sky, the Mountain Bluebird is nature’s turquoise treasure. Known...
Mountain Chickadee
Poecile gambeli
The spirited 'eyebrowed' acrobat of the high country, the Mountain Chickadee is a master of survival and a delight to...
Mourning Dove
Zenaida macroura
The Mourning Dove is a symbol of peace and one of North America's most frequent backyard visitors. Recognizable by th...
Northern Cardinal
Cardinalis cardinalis
With its brilliant red plumage and soulful song, the Northern Cardinal is the undisputed king of the backyard. A year...
Northern Flicker
Colaptes auratus
A ground-dwelling woodpecker with a penchant for ants and a coat of many colors, the Northern Flicker is a backyard f...
Northern House Wren
Troglodytes aedon
A pint-sized powerhouse with a voice that fills the garden, the Northern House Wren is the ultimate backyard architec...
Nuttall's Woodpecker
Dryobates nuttallii
The quintessential spirit of the California oaks, the Nuttall's Woodpecker is a master of bark-gleaning and acrobatic...
Osprey
Pandion haliaetus
Meet the world's most sophisticated fisherman. With a six-foot wingspan and a specialized 'fish-grip,' the Osprey is ...
Palm Tanager
Thraupis palmarum
Meet the subtle acrobat of the tropical garden. The Palm Tanager may lack flashy colors, but it makes up for it with ...
Pied Crow
Corvus albus
Dapper and exceptionally bright, the Pied Crow is the tuxedo-clad genius of the African skies. Known for its bold whi...
Pileated Woodpecker
Dryocopus pileatus
A prehistoric-looking giant of the North American woods, the Pileated Woodpecker is as famous for its flaming red cre...
Pine Siskin
Spinus pinus
The Pine Siskin is a whirlwind of energy, often arriving in sudden, massive winter flocks that turn a quiet backyard ...
Purple Finch
Haemorhous purpureus
Often described as a sparrow dipped in raspberry juice, the Purple Finch is a vibrant addition to any backyard. This ...
Pygmy Nuthatch
Sitta pygmaea
A tiny dynamo of the western pine forests, the Pygmy Nuthatch is a social superstar known for its acrobatic tree-clim...
Pyrrhuloxia
Cardinalis sinuatus
Meet the 'Desert Cardinal,' a master of arid survival with a parrot-like beak and striking crimson highlights. A must...
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Melanerpes carolinus
The Red-bellied Woodpecker is the vibrant, vocal percussionist of the eastern woods. With its striking zebra-striped ...
Red-billed Oxpecker
Buphagus erythroryncha
Nature's bravest groomer, the Red-billed Oxpecker, spends its life hitching a ride on Africa's largest mammals. These...
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta canadensis
The Red-breasted Nuthatch is a pocket-sized acrobat of the forest, famous for its gravity-defying ability to walk hea...
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Often called the 'flying checkerboard,' the Red-headed Woodpecker is a bold and charismatic showstopper. With its com...
Red-tailed Hawk
Buteo jamaicensis
The Red-tailed Hawk is the quintessential guardian of the open sky, known for its piercing gaze and iconic cinnamon t...
Red-winged Blackbird
Agelaius phoeniceus
The bold sentinel of the marsh, the Red-winged Blackbird is a master of display and one of the most iconic sounds of ...
Redpoll
Acanthis flammea
A hardy survivor of the Arctic tundra, the Redpoll brings a splash of crimson and boundless energy to winter backyard...
Ring-billed Gull
Larus delawarensis
The ultimate urban survivor, the Ring-billed Gull is a familiar face across North American lakes, parking lots, and s...
Rock Pigeon
Columba livia
The world's most famous urban adventurer, the Rock Pigeon is a master of adaptation with stunning iridescent plumage ...
Sayaca Tanager
Thraupis sayaca
The Sayaca Tanager is the elegant 'blue-grey' ghost of South American gardens. A frequent and friendly visitor, this ...
Silver-beaked Tanager
Ramphocelus carbo
The Silver-beaked Tanager is a masterpiece of contrast, featuring deep velvety maroon plumage and a bill that shines ...
Social Flycatcher
Myiozetetes similis
Meet the Social Flycatcher, the lively and vocal neighbor of the tropical backyard. With its bright yellow belly and ...
Song Sparrow
Melospiza melodia
The Song Sparrow is a master of melody and a staple of the American backyard. Easily recognized by its soulful song a...
Southern Ground Hornbill
Bucorvus leadbeateri
The Southern Ground Hornbill is a majestic, ground-dwelling giant known for its vivid red face and deep, lion-like bo...
Spotted Eagle-Owl
Bubo africanus
With its iconic ear tufts and piercing yellow gaze, the Spotted Eagle-Owl is the ultimate nocturnal guardian of the g...
Spotted Towhee
Pipilo maculatus
With its striking red eyes and rhythmic 'double-scratch' hop, the Spotted Towhee is the flashy, secretive star of the...
Steller's Jay
Cyanocitta stelleri
Meet the bold, blue-blooded intelligence of the Western woods. With their striking charcoal crests and clever persona...
Summer Tanager
Piranga rubra
The Summer Tanager is a flash of brilliant strawberry-red among the green leaves of the forest canopy. A master of th...
Tricolored Blackbird
Agelaius tricolor
The most social songbird of the West, the Tricolored Blackbird is a master of life in the colony. Distinguished by th...
Tufted Titmouse
Baeolophus bicolor
Bold, crested, and full of personality, the Tufted Titmouse is the backyard acrobat that every birdwatcher loves. Wit...
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
The Turkey Vulture is a master of the skies, using a keen sense of smell and massive wingspan to patrol the landscape...
Varied Thrush
Ixoreus naevius
A masterpiece of the misty woods, the Varied Thrush combines the familiar shape of a robin with a striking, high-cont...
Western Bluebird
Sialia mexicana
A flash of cobalt blue against a rusty breast marks the arrival of the Western Bluebird, one of the most beloved back...
White-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta carolinensis
The acrobat of the backyard, the White-breasted Nuthatch is famous for its head-first descent down tree trunks. With ...
White-winged Dove
Zenaida asiatica
With their striking blue eye-rings and bold white wing patches, White-winged Doves bring a touch of southwestern char...
Whooping Motmot
Momotus subrufescens
With its brilliant blue crown and iconic racket-tipped tail, the Whooping Motmot is a crown jewel of the tropical bac...
Wild Turkey
Meleagris gallopavo
The Wild Turkey is the heavy-weight champion of the North American forest, a bird of surprising intelligence and stun...
Wood Thrush
Hylocichla mustelina
The Wood Thrush is the hidden virtuoso of the eastern forests, known for its spotted breast and a song that sounds li...
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