Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Rüppell's Warbler
Curruca ruppeli
A striking icon of the Mediterranean scrub, the Rüppell’s Warbler stands out with its sharp black hood and vivid red ...
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Corthylio calendula
A tiny ball of energy with a hidden splash of crimson, the Ruby-crowned Kinglet is a backyard favorite known for its ...
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Archilochus colubris
The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a shimmering emerald marvel that defies the limits of avian flight. Watch as these t...
Ruby-topaz Hummingbird
Chrysolampis mosquitus
Witness the spectacular 'living gem' of the tropics. The Ruby-topaz Hummingbird dazzles observers with its fiery irid...
Ruddy Duck
Oxyura jamaicensis
Famous for its vibrant sky-blue bill and its habit of cocking its tail like a wren, the Ruddy Duck is the small, spun...
Ruddy Ground Dove
Columbina talpacoti
A small bird with a big personality, the Ruddy Ground Dove adds a splash of warm cinnamon color to backyards across t...
Ruddy Quail-Dove
Geotrygon montana
A secretive gem of the forest floor, the Ruddy Quail-Dove is a master of camouflage in the tropical shadows. With its...
Ruddy Shelduck
Tadorna ferruginea
A stunning, cinnamon-colored waterfowl known for its goose-like honk and striking white wing patches. Whether grazing...
Ruddy Turnstone
Arenaria interpres
The world's most industrious beachcomber, the Ruddy Turnstone is a master of the shoreline that uses its bill like a ...
Rufous-bellied Thrush
Turdus rufiventris
The national bird of Brazil, the Rufous-bellied Thrush is a master songster with a vibrant orange belly. A common and...
Rufous-capped Brushfinch
Atlapetes pileatus
Meet the 'jewel of the thicket'—the Rufous-capped Brushfinch. Endemic to the Mexican highlands, this striking bird br...
Rufous-capped Warbler
Basileuterus rufifrons
A vibrant burst of color in the brush, the Rufous-capped Warbler is a spirited songbird that brings a touch of the tr...
Rufous-collared Sparrow
Zonotrichia capensis
With its dapper reddish collar and soulful regional song, the Rufous-collared Sparrow is the quintessential backyard ...
Rufous Hummingbird
Selasphorus rufus
The copper-colored daredevil of the sky. Known for its incredible 3,000-mile migration and feisty personality, the Ru...
Rufous Motmot
Baryphthengus martii
With its striking cinnamon plumage and iconic pendulum tail, the Rufous Motmot is a crown jewel of the Neotropical fo...
Rufous-tailed Hummingbird
Amazilia tzacatl
The spirited guardian of the tropical garden, the Rufous-tailed Hummingbird is a flash of emerald and copper. Bold, t...
Rufous-vented Chachalaca
Ortalis ruficauda
The Rufous-vented Chachalaca is the charismatic, vocal soul of the Caribbean dry forest. Known for its raucous mornin...
Rufous-winged Tanager
Tangara lavinia
A shimmering jewel of the tropical canopy, the Rufous-winged Tanager is known for its brilliant emerald plumage and s...
Russet-backed Oropendola
Psarocolius angustifrons
A master of the canopy, the Russet-backed Oropendola is famous for its elaborate hanging nests and prehistoric-soundi...
Russet-crowned Motmot
Momotus mexicanus
With its stunning cinnamon-colored cap and iconic 'pendulum' tail, the Russet-crowned Motmot is a true showstopper of...
Russet-crowned Warbler
Myiothlypis coronata
A vibrant spark in the Andean undergrowth, the Russet-crowned Warbler is famous for its glowing yellow belly and its ...
Rusty Blackbird
Euphagus carolinus
A ghostly traveler of the boreal wetlands, the Rusty Blackbird is a rare and rewarding visitor to discover. Known for...
Rusty-collared Seedeater
Sporophila collaris
A gem of the South American grasslands, the Rusty-collared Seedeater is famous for its vibrant rufous chest band and ...
Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow
Melozone kieneri
A secretive gem of the Mexican highlands, the Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow is easily identified by its fiery cap and ...
Rusty-faced Parrot
Hapalopsittaca amazonina
A colorful specialist of the high Andes, the Rusty-faced Parrot is a social and vocal bird that thrives in the misty ...
Rusty Flowerpiercer
Diglossa sittoides
The clever burglar of the bird world, the Rusty Flowerpiercer uses a hooked bill to steal nectar from the most beauti...
Rusty-margined Flycatcher
Myiozetetes cayanensis
With its bold white eyebrows and vibrant yellow belly, the Rusty-margined Flycatcher is a lively addition to any trop...
Rusty-margined Guan
Penelope superciliaris
An elegant forest dweller known for its rhythmic wing-drumming and distinct rusty-edged wings. This South American be...
Rusty-winged Barbtail
Premnornis guttuliger
A master of the Andean cloud forest, the Rusty-winged Barbtail is known for its vibrant rufous wings and its habit of...
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