Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Abdim's Stork
Ciconia abdimii
Meet the 'Rain Bird,' the world's smallest stork and a beloved symbol of coming storms across Africa. With its irides...
Abert's Towhee
Melozone aberti
A secretive specialist of the desert Southwest, the Abert's Towhee is a master of the undergrowth. With its soulful b...
Abyssinian Ground Hornbill
Bucorvus abyssinicus
A prehistoric-looking giant of the African savanna, the Abyssinian Ground Hornbill is a master of the grasslands. Wit...
Abyssinian Scimitarbill
Rhinopomastus minor
With its striking scimitar-shaped orange bill and iridescent midnight plumage, the Abyssinian Scimitarbill is a maste...
Acadian Flycatcher
Empidonax virescens
A hidden gem of the humid woods, the Acadian Flycatcher is a vibrant olive-green hunter that thrives near forest stre...
African Collared-Dove
Streptopelia roseogrisea
A resilient beauty of the Sahel, the African Collared-Dove brings a touch of desert elegance to any backyard. Recogni...
African Fish-Eagle
Icthyophaga vocifer
Known as the iconic 'Voice of Africa,' the African Fish-Eagle is a master of the skies and the water. With its striki...
African Penguin
Spheniscus demersus
The only penguin species native to Africa, these 'tuxedoed' coastal residents are as famous for their donkey-like bra...
African Sacred Ibis
Threskiornis aethiopicus
Symbol of the ancient Egyptian god Thoth, this striking bird is a master of adaptation, thriving in both wild wetland...
African Woolly-necked Stork
Ciconia microscelis
A striking wader with a unique 'woolly' white neck and iridescent black plumage. Once a shy wetland resident, this ad...
Alder Flycatcher
Empidonax alnorum
A master of the northern thickets, the Alder Flycatcher is a long-distance traveler known for its distinctive 'free-b...
Alexandrine Parakeet
Psittacula eupatria
The Alexandrine Parakeet is a regal, emerald-hued icon of the Asian canopy. Named after Alexander the Great, these in...
Allen's Hummingbird
Selasphorus sasin
A copper-colored jewel of the Pacific coast, the Allen's Hummingbird is a feisty aerial acrobat famous for its brilli...
Alpine Accentor
Prunella collaris
A hardy specialist of the high peaks, the Alpine Accentor thrives where few other birds dare to go. Known for its 'ta...
Altamira Oriole
Icterus gularis
The crown jewel of the Rio Grande Valley, the Altamira Oriole brings a burst of tropical orange to the borderlands. A...
Amazilia Hummingbird
Amazilis amazilia
A shimmering jewel of the Pacific coast, the Amazilia Hummingbird is a bold and feisty resident of South American gar...
Amazonian Motmot
Momotus momota
With its stunning turquoise crown and unique 'racquet' tail, the Amazonian Motmot is one of the most iconic sights of...
American Avocet
Recurvirostra americana
With its elegantly upturned bill and striking cinnamon breeding plumage, the American Avocet is one of North America'...
American Barn Owl
Tyto furcata
Known as the 'Ghost Owl' for its silent flight and stark white face, the American Barn Owl is nature's most elegant n...
American Bittern
Botaurus lentiginosus
A master of disguise and a phantom of the marsh, the American Bittern is famous for its 'sky-pointing' camouflage and...
American Black Duck
Anas rubripes
The American Black Duck is the 'shadow' of the marsh—a dark, elegant, and notoriously shy dabbler that haunts the qui...
American Coot
Fulica americana
Often mistaken for a duck, the American Coot is a charismatic marsh bird with a striking white bill and a rhythmic he...
American Crow
Corvus brachyrhynchos
Brilliant, social, and remarkably adaptable, the American Crow is a highly intelligent neighbor with a complex family...
American Flamingo
Phoenicopterus ruber
The American Flamingo is a masterpiece of evolution, sporting brilliant coral plumage and a specialized bill for filt...
American Golden-Plover
Pluvialis dominica
The American Golden-Plover is one of nature's greatest voyagers, migrating from the Arctic tundra to the Argentine pa...
American Goldfinch
Spinus tristis
Often called the 'wild canary,' the American Goldfinch is a vibrant burst of yellow that brings acrobatic energy and ...
American Herring Gull
Larus smithsonianus
Often called the quintessential 'sea gull,' the American Herring Gull is a master of the North American coastlines an...
American Kestrel
Falco sparverius
North America’s smallest falcon is a colorful, high-speed hunter known for its ability to hover in place while tracki...
American Oystercatcher
Haematopus palliatus
The American Oystercatcher is the master of the shoreline, equipped with a heavy-duty orange bill designed for the ul...
American Pipit
Anthus rubescens
A hardy world-traveler that bobs its way across the tundra and the plains. Look for the American Pipit's distinctive ...
American Redstart
Setophaga ruticilla
Meet the 'Halloween Warbler,' a high-energy acrobat that uses its fiery plumage to trick insects into the open. Watch...
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
Often called the harbinger of spring, the American Robin is a friendly, red-breasted neighbor found in backyards acro...
American Tree Sparrow
Spizelloides arborea
The American Tree Sparrow is a hardy winter wanderer, easily recognized by its rusty cap and a single dark 'stick-pin...
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
The American White Pelican is a master of the air and water, famous for its massive wingspan and incredible cooperati...
American Wigeon
Mareca americana
Known as the 'baldpate' for the male's snowy-white forehead, the American Wigeon is a vibrant and vocal dabbler. Whet...
American Woodcock
Scolopax minor
With its oversized eyes and long, prehensile bill, the American Woodcock is one of the most eccentric characters of t...
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