Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Ladder-backed Woodpecker
Dryobates scalaris
A spirited desert specialist, the Ladder-backed Woodpecker brings a splash of red and striking geometric patterns to ...
Lapland Longspur
Calcarius lapponicus
A master of the open tundra, the Lapland Longspur brings a touch of the Arctic to winter fields. With its striking ch...
Lappet-faced Vulture
Torgos tracheliotos
Meet the powerhouse of the savanna. With a nine-foot wingspan and a beak that can tear through hide, the Lappet-faced...
Large-billed Crow
Corvus macrorhynchos
Often mistaken for ravens due to their massive size and heavy beaks, Large-billed Crows are the master tacticians of ...
Large-footed Finch
Pezopetes capitalis
Meet the 'Bigfoot' of the cloud forest. With its oversized claws and bold personality, this unique highland specialis...
Lark Sparrow
Chondestes grammacus
Boasting one of the most beautiful facial patterns of any North American sparrow, the Lark Sparrow is a bold, ground-...
Lattice-tailed Trogon
Trogon clathratus
A secretive gem of the Caribbean slope, the Lattice-tailed Trogon is famous for the intricate white patterns beneath ...
Laughing Dove
Spilopelia senegalensis
Named for its distinctive bubbling coo that sounds just like a human chuckle, the Laughing Dove is a dainty and color...
Laughing Gull
Leucophaeus atricilla
Meet the boisterous comedian of the coastline. Known for their raucous calls and striking summer hoods, Laughing Gull...
Lawrence's Goldfinch
Spinus lawrencei
The 'Gray Ghost' of the West, Lawrence’s Goldfinch is a nomadic treasure that graces backyards with its subtle charco...
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...
Least Auklet
Aethia pusilla
Meet the smallest seabird in the Northern Hemisphere, a pint-sized powerhouse that thrives in the world's most turbul...
Least Bittern
Botaurus exilis
Meet the ultimate marshland ghost. The Least Bittern is a tiny, secretive acrobat that prefers climbing through reeds...
Least Flycatcher
Empidonax minimus
The smallest and spunkiest of the eastern flycatchers, this tiny bird is a master of aerial interceptions and backyar...
Least Sandpiper
Calidris minutilla
The Least Sandpiper may be small enough to fit in your palm, but this 'peep' is a giant of migration. Recognizable by...
Least Tern
Sternula antillarum
The Least Tern is a tiny powerhouse of the coastline, famous for its acrobatic dives and spirited defense of its sand...
LeConte's Sparrow
Ammospiza leconteii
A master of the hidden world beneath the grass, the LeConte's Sparrow is one of North America's most elusive treasure...
LeConte's Thrasher
Toxostoma lecontei
A master of the arid American Southwest, the LeConte's Thrasher is a pale, long-billed specialist that prefers sprint...
Lemon Dove
Aplopelia larvata
The Lemon Dove is the ghost of the African mountain forest, a secretive ground-dweller known for its cinnamon breast ...
Lemon-rumped Warbler
Phylloscopus chloronotus
A tiny, restless gem of the Himalayas, the Lemon-rumped Warbler is famous for its vibrant yellow rump and energetic c...
Lesser Adjutant
Leptoptilos javanicus
A silent giant of the wetlands, the Lesser Adjutant combines a prehistoric profile with striking glossy plumage. Disc...
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
A sophisticated voyager of the Atlantic, the Lesser Black-backed Gull stands out with its charcoal-dark mantle and vi...
Lesser Blue-eared Starling
Lamprotornis chloropterus
A shimmering jewel of the African savanna, the Lesser Blue-eared Starling captivates with its metallic plumage and br...
Lesser Crested Tern
Thalasseus bengalensis
A master of the shoreline, the Lesser Crested Tern is easily recognized by its vibrant orange bill and elegant, swept...
Lesser Elaenia
Elaenia chiriquensis
A small flycatcher with a big personality, the Lesser Elaenia is a master of the garden scrub. With its distinctive b...
Lesser Flamingo
Phoeniconaias minor
The Lesser Flamingo is the vibrant soul of the Rift Valley, forming the largest and most breathtaking avian spectacle...
Lesser Frigatebird
Fregata ariel
The ultimate aerial acrobat, the Lesser Frigatebird is a 'pirate' of the tropical seas that can stay airborne for wee...
Lesser Goldfinch
Spinus psaltria
The Lesser Goldfinch is a tiny, vibrant spark of energy that brings a splash of gold to western backyards. Smaller th...
Lesser Kestrel
Falco naumanni
A social, insect-eating acrobat of the sky, the Lesser Kestrel is a vibrant addition to any backyard view. Famous for...
Lesser Masked Weaver
Ploceus intermedius
The Lesser Masked Weaver is the savanna's most industrious architect, known for weaving complex hanging nests and lig...
Lesser Rhea
Rhea pennata
Often called Darwin's Rhea, this flightless speedster is the spirit of the Patagonian wilderness. With its speckled p...
Lesser Spotted Eagle
Clanga pomarina
A majestic transcontinental traveler, the Lesser Spotted Eagle is as comfortable walking through a Polish meadow as i...
Lesser Spotted Woodpecker
Dryobates minor
The Lesser Spotted Woodpecker is a sparrow-sized master of the canopy, known for its rapid-fire drumming and striking...
Lesser Whitethroat
Curruca curruca
The elusive shadow of the hedgerow, the Lesser Whitethroat is a dainty, grey-headed warbler known for its 'rattling' ...
Lesser Yellowlegs
Tringa flavipes
With its stilt-like golden legs and refined, slender profile, the Lesser Yellowlegs is a seasonal traveler that bring...
Lesson's Motmot
Momotus lessonii
Meet the 'pendulum bird' of the tropics. With its striking turquoise crown and unique racket-shaped tail, Lesson’s Mo...
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