Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Baglafecht Weaver
Ploceus baglafecht
A dapper highland resident, the Baglafecht Weaver is famous for its striking pale eyes and masterfully woven nests. A...
Bahama Woodstar
Nesophlox evelynae
The Bahama Woodstar is a shimmering endemic treasure of the Lucayan islands. Known for its metallic 'hum' and the mal...
Baird's Sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
A champion of the skies, Baird's Sandpiper travels from the Arctic Circle to the tip of Patagonia. Look for its disti...
Baird's Trogon
Trogon bairdii
A stunning violet and vermillion inhabitant of the Pacific lowlands, the Baird's Trogon is one of Central America's m...
Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Witness the majesty of North America's most iconic raptor. From their massive 7-foot wingspans to their piercing gold...
Balearic Shearwater
Puffinus mauretanicus
Meet Europe's most endangered seabird, a master of the Mediterranean waves that nests in secret cliffside caves and r...
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
A flash of brilliant flame in the treetops, the Baltimore Oriole is the undisputed jewel of the eastern spring. Known...
Bananaquit
Coereba flaveola
Often called the 'Sugar Bird,' the Bananaquit is a vibrant, bold visitor to tropical gardens. With its bright yellow ...
Band-tailed Guan
Penelope argyrotis
A mist-dwelling beauty of the northern Andes, the Band-tailed Guan is easily recognized by its silvery plumage and ic...
Band-tailed Pigeon
Patagioenas fasciata
A majestic forest dweller of the West, the Band-tailed Pigeon is easily recognized by its distinctive white collar an...
Band-tailed Sierra-Finch
Rhopospina alaudina
A hardy resident of the high Andes and coastal scrub, the Band-tailed Sierra-Finch is famous for its striking tail fl...
Banded Lapwing
Vanellus tricolor
A striking ground-dweller of the Australian plains, the Banded Lapwing is famous for its bold 'V' breast band and its...
Banded Stilt
Cladorhynchus leucocephalus
Australia’s nomadic master of the salt lakes, the Banded Stilt is a striking wader that appears in the thousands when...
Bar-shouldered Dove
Geopelia humeralis
Recognized by the striking 'scaly' pattern on its neck and its melodic 'cook-a-wook' call, the Bar-shouldered Dove is...
Bar-tailed Godwit
Limosa lapponica
Meet the world's most impressive long-distance traveler. The Bar-tailed Godwit can fly non-stop for over 11,000 kilom...
Barnacle Goose
Branta leucopsis
With its striking monochrome plumage and unique dog-like bark, the Barnacle Goose is a master of the Arctic and Europ...
Barred Owl
Strix varia
With their soulful dark eyes and iconic 'Who cooks for you?' call, Barred Owls are the enchanting guardians of the fo...
Barrow's Goldeneye
Bucephala islandica
A striking diving duck with a 'bull-headed' silhouette and a crescent-shaped facial patch, Barrow's Goldeneye is a ge...
Bay-breasted Warbler
Setophaga castanea
A champion of the boreal forest, the Bay-breasted Warbler is a stunning long-distance traveler recognized by its deep...
Bay-headed Tanager
Tangara gyrola
A crown of chestnut and a coat of emerald and turquoise make the Bay-headed Tanager one of the most stunning visitors...
Bearded Vulture
Gypaetus barbatus
The legendary 'Bone Breaker' of the mountains, the Bearded Vulture is a prehistoric-looking marvel of the high peaks....
Beautiful Woodpecker
Melanerpes pulcher
A stunning endemic of the Magdalena Valley, the Beautiful Woodpecker dazzles with its zebra-striped back and vibrant ...
Bee Hummingbird
Mellisuga helenae
Meet the smallest bird on the planet—a feathered jewel no larger than a thumb. Endemic to Cuba, the Bee Hummingbird i...
Bell's Sparrow
Artemisiospiza belli
A master of the California chaparral, Bell's Sparrow is a charming bird of the brush known for its 'tail-up' running ...
Bell's Vireo
Vireo bellii
The Bell's Vireo is a master of camouflage, blending perfectly into the dense thickets it calls home. Famous for its ...
Bendire's Thrasher
Toxostoma bendirei
A hidden gem of the American Southwest, Bendire's Thrasher is a master of the desert scrub. With its golden eyes and ...
Beryl-spangled Tanager
Tangara nigroviridis
A shimmering jewel of the cloud forest, the Beryl-spangled Tanager dazzles with its metallic, scaled plumage. This en...
Berylline Hummingbird
Saucerottia beryllina
A dazzling jewel of the mountain woodlands, the Berylline Hummingbird captivates with its shimmering emerald plumage ...
Besra
Tachyspiza virgata
A stealthy ghost of the Asian forests, the Besra is a master of ambush and aerial agility. This small but fierce spar...
Bewick's Wren
Thryomanes bewickii
With its bold white eyebrow and spirited personality, the Bewick's Wren is a master of the garden thicket. This energ...
Black-and-white Warbler
Mniotilta varia
Often mistaken for a nuthatch due to its unique habit of scurrying up and down tree trunks, the Black-and-white Warbl...
Black-and-yellow Tanager
Chrysothlypis chrysomelas
A radiant flash of gold and obsidian, the Black-and-yellow Tanager is a jewel of the Central American cloud forests. ...
Black-bellied Plover
Pluvialis squatarola
A master of global travel, the Black-bellied Plover is the largest of North America's plovers, known for its striking...
Black-bellied Whistling-Duck
Dendrocygna autumnalis
With its vibrant red bill, long pink legs, and a habit of perching in trees like a songbird, the Black-bellied Whistl...
Black-billed Magpie
Pica hudsonia
With its tuxedo-like plumage and a tail that shimmers like oil on water, the Black-billed Magpie is the undisputed ge...
Black-billed Streamertail
Trochilus scitulus
Known locally as the 'Doctor Bird,' the Black-billed Streamertail is an emerald-hued icon of eastern Jamaica. With it...
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