Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Hadada Ibis
Bostrychia hagedash
With a voice that can wake the neighborhood and wings that shimmer like oil on water, the Hadada Ibis is a charismati...
Hairy Woodpecker
Leuconotopicus villosus
A powerful and focused percussionist of the forest, the Hairy Woodpecker is a striking sight with its bold black-and-...
Hamerkop
Scopus umbretta
Meet the architect of the wetlands. With its unmistakable hammer-shaped silhouette and its penchant for building the ...
Hammond's Flycatcher
Empidonax hammondii
A tiny titan of the western evergreen forests, the Hammond's Flycatcher is a master of aerial agility. Recognizable b...
Harris's Hawk
Parabuteo unicinctus
Meet the 'Wolves of the Sky,' the only raptor that hunts in organized packs. With their striking chestnut shoulders a...
Hauxwell's Thrush
Turdus hauxwelli
A secretive songbird of the Amazonian understory, Hauxwell's Thrush is celebrated for its warm, earthy plumage and fl...
Helmeted Guineafowl
Numida meleagris
With their striking polka-dotted plumage and distinctive bony crest, Helmeted Guineafowl are the ultimate backyard gu...
Helmeted Pygmy-Tyrant
Lophotriccus galeatus
A tiny emerald gem of the Amazonian understory, the Helmeted Pygmy-Tyrant surprises observers with its remarkable fan...
Hen Harrier
Circus cyaneus
Known as the 'Grey Ghost' for the male's hauntingly pale plumage, the Hen Harrier is a master of the low-altitude hun...
Henslow's Sparrow
Centronyx henslowii
A master of disguise in the tall grass, Henslow's Sparrow is a rare gem for grassland enthusiasts. With its unique ol...
Hepatic Tanager
Piranga flava
A splash of brick-red against the emerald pines, the Hepatic Tanager is a hidden gem of the southwestern high country...
Herald Petrel
Pterodroma heraldica
A ghost of the Pacific trade winds, the Herald Petrel is a rare and breathtaking sight for coastal observers. With it...
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...
Hermit Warbler
Setophaga occidentalis
The Hermit Warbler is a vibrant spark of yellow hidden in the shadows of the deep forest canopy. Known for their elus...
Highland Guan
Penelopina nigra
A rare and beautiful inhabitant of the misty cloud forests, the Highland Guan is a master of the canopy known for its...
Himalayan Griffon
Gyps himalayensis
The Himalayan Griffon is a titan of the alpine skies, boasting a wingspan that can reach over ten feet. As the primar...
Hispaniolan Emerald
Riccordia swainsonii
A jewel of the Caribbean, the Hispaniolan Emerald is a master of aerial acrobatics endemic to the island of Hispaniol...
Hispaniolan Mango
Anthracothorax dominicus
A velvet-chested jewel of the Caribbean, the Hispaniolan Mango is a striking endemic hummingbird that brings vibrant ...
Hoffmann's Woodpecker
Melanerpes hoffmannii
A bold and vocal architect of the Central American landscape, Hoffmann's Woodpecker is famous for its striking zebra-...
Holub's Golden-Weaver
Ploceus xanthops
A radiant resident of African wetlands and gardens, Holub's Golden-Weaver stands out with its sun-drenched plumage an...
Hooded Crow
Corvus cornix
Meet the 'Hoodie'—a remarkably clever corvid with a signature grey-and-black suit and a sharp mind to match. A staple...
Hooded Merganser
Lophodytes cucullatus
With an oversized, collapsible crest and a piercing yellow eye, the Hooded Merganser is a master of the wooded swamp....
Hooded Oriole
Icterus cucullatus
The Hooded Oriole is a flash of tropical brilliance in the suburban landscape. Known for stitching intricate nests in...
Hooded Plover
Thinornis cucullatus
The charismatic guardian of Australia's southern coastlines, the Hooded Plover is a master of camouflage and a symbol...
Hooded Vulture
Necrosyrtes monachus
The Hooded Vulture is the industrious 'clean-up crew' of the African landscape. Often found right in the heart of hum...
Hooded Warbler
Setophaga citrina
A striking splash of yellow in the forest shadows, the Hooded Warbler is the 'gem of the understory.' With its bold b...
Hook-billed Kite
Chondrohierax uncinatus
A master of the subtropical canopy, the Hook-billed Kite is famous for its specialized 'snail-cracking' bill and its ...
Horned Grebe
Podiceps auritus
Transforming from sleek winter monochrome to a fiery-necked summer spectacle, the Horned Grebe is one of the most cha...
Horned Lark
Eremophila alpestris
A hardy specialist of the open plains, the Horned Lark is easily identified by its striking facial mask and the subtl...
Horned Puffin
Fratercula corniculata
Meet the 'Sea Parrot' of the North Pacific, a dapper diving bird famous for its vibrant bill and unique fleshy horns....
House Crow
Corvus splendens
Meet the ultimate urban survivor. The House Crow is a clever, social, and highly adaptable bird that has mastered the...
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...
Hudsonian Godwit
Limosa haemastica
A long-distance legend, the Hudsonian Godwit travels thousands of miles from the Arctic to South America. Spotting th...
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Numenius hudsonicus
The Hudsonian Whimbrel is a master of the marathon, traveling thousands of miles with an iconic sickle-shaped bill. W...
Humboldt Penguin
Spheniscus humboldti
Meet the Humboldt Penguin, the tuxedo-clad resident of South America's rugged Pacific coastline. Known for their dist...
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