Wildlife Species Library

Birds

Phainopepla

Phainopepla nitens

With its sleek crest, striking red eyes, and shimmering 'shining robe' of black feathers, the Phainopepla is the undi...

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Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

A hidden gem of the deciduous canopy, the Philadelphia Vireo is a master of camouflage. This migratory visitor deligh...

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Philippine Eagle

Pithecophaga jefferyi

Witness the power of the world's most majestic bird of prey. With its iconic shaggy crest and massive wingspan, the P...

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Pied Avocet

Recurvirostra avosetta

With its elegant upturned bill and striking monochrome plumage, the Pied Avocet is a masterpiece of the wetlands. Onc...

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Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

The 'water witch' of the marsh, the Pied-billed Grebe is a charming, secretive diver known for its incredible ability...

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Pied Cormorant

Phalacrocorax varius

Striking monochrome plumage and a vibrant yellow face make the Pied Cormorant a coastal icon across Australasia. A ma...

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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...

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Pied Heron

Egretta picata

Elegant and dapper, the Pied Heron is the 'black-tie' guest of the northern Australian wetlands. With its striking sl...

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Pied Stilt

Himantopus leucocephalus

With legs that seem to go on forever and a classic black-and-white plumage, the Pied Stilt is the most elegant visito...

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Pigeon Guillemot

Cepphus columba

With their striking red feet and tuxedo-like plumage, Pigeon Guillemots are the most approachable acrobats of the Pac...

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Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

A prehistoric-looking giant of the North American woods, the Pileated Woodpecker is as famous for its flaming red cre...

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Pine Bunting

Emberiza leucocephalos

A striking traveler from the Siberian wilderness, the Pine Bunting brings a touch of the taiga to winter gardens. Wit...

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Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

Meet the 'mope' of the north, a gentle giant among finches known for its stunning rosy plumage and calm demeanor. The...

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Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

The Pine Siskin is a whirlwind of energy, often arriving in sudden, massive winter flocks that turn a quiet backyard ...

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Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

The yellow-chested specialist of the pine barrens, this hardy songbird is a frequent visitor to backyard suet feeders...

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Pink-backed Pelican

Pelecanus rufescens

The Pink-backed Pelican is a master of the African sky and swamp. Smaller and more agile than its cousins, this uniqu...

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Pink-footed Shearwater

Ardenna creatopus

A champion of the Pacific, the Pink-footed Shearwater is a majestic long-distance migrant that glides effortlessly ov...

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Pintado Petrel

Daption capense

Meet the 'Cape Pigeon' of the southern seas, a bold voyager famous for its striking checkerboard wings and fearless a...

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Pinyon Jay

Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus

The Pinyon Jay is the brilliant blue socialite of the West, known for its incredible intelligence and massive, boiste...

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Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

A master of coastal camouflage, the Piping Plover is a tiny shorebird with a big personality. Watch for their lightni...

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Piratic Flycatcher

Legatus leucophaius

A tiny bird with a big attitude, the Piratic Flycatcher is the bandit of the bird world. It foregoes building its own...

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Plain-bellied Emerald

Chrysuronia leucogaster

A shimmering jewel of the coastal tropics, the Plain-bellied Emerald is easily recognized by its snowy white undersid...

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Plain-brown Woodcreeper

Dendrocincla fuliginosa

A master of the vertical world, the Plain-brown Woodcreeper is a subtle beauty of the tropical understory. Watch as t...

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Plain-capped Starthroat

Heliomaster constantii

A graceful giant of the hummingbird world, the Plain-capped Starthroat is a prized sight for backyard birders. Known ...

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Plain Chachalaca

Ortalis vetula

The Plain Chachalaca is the tropical 'loudmouth' of the Rio Grande Valley. Known for its raucous morning choruses and...

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Plain-crested Elaenia

Elaenia cristata

With its iconic shaggy crest and energetic personality, the Plain-crested Elaenia is the undisputed spirit of the Sou...

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Plum-headed Parakeet

Psittacula cyanocephala

Meet the 'Jewel of the Indian Woods.' With its stunning iridescent head and elegant, sweeping tail, the Plum-headed P...

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Plumbeous Sierra Finch

Geospizopsis unicolor

The slate-gray sentinel of the Andes, the Plumbeous Sierra Finch is a master of the high-altitude landscape. This res...

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Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

A quiet master of the Western woodlands, the Plumbeous Vireo is defined by its smoky gray plumage and striking white ...

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Plumed Guineafowl

Guttera plumifera

Meet the punk-rocker of the African rainforest. With its striking upright crest and electric-blue face, the Plumed Gu...

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Plush-crested Jay

Cyanocorax chrysops

With its velvety 'plush' crest and striking cream-and-midnight plumage, this intelligent jay is the charismatic socia...

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Pomarine Jaeger

Stercorarius pomarinus

The powerhouse pirate of the open ocean, the Pomarine Jaeger is a master of aerial pursuit. Known for its unique spoo...

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Powerful Woodpecker

Campephilus pollens

A high-altitude titan of the Andes, the Powerful Woodpecker commands attention with its vibrant red crest and thunder...

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Prairie Falcon

Falco mexicanus

The ghost of the sagebrush, the Prairie Falcon is a master of speed and stealth in the arid West. With its sandy plum...

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Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

A vibrant yellow spark in the scrub, the Prairie Warbler is famous for its rhythmic tail-wagging and buzzy, ascending...

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Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

Glowing like a candle in the swamp, the Prothonotary Warbler is a stunning golden treasure of the wetlands. One of th...