Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Saddle-billed Stork
Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis
Meet the most colorful giant of the African wetlands. With its massive 'saddled' bill and striking iridescent plumage...
Saffron-crowned Tanager
Tangara xanthocephala
A social icon of the Andean cloud forests, the Saffron-crowned Tanager dazzles with its golden head and shimmering tu...
Saffron Finch
Sicalis flaveola
A burst of golden sunshine for your backyard, the Saffron Finch is a bold and musical tanager. With its fiery orange ...
Sage Thrasher
Oreoscoptes montanus
The Sage Thrasher is the master of the western shrubsteppe, known for its brilliant yellow eyes and a song that can f...
Sagebrush Sparrow
Artemisiospiza nevadensis
Meet the 'phantom of the flats,' a shy desert specialist known for its frantic running and melodic song. The Sagebrus...
Saltmarsh Sparrow
Ammospiza caudacuta
The ghost of the Atlantic coast, the Saltmarsh Sparrow is a master of camouflage that lives its entire life between t...
Salvin's Curassow
Mitu salvini
A ghost of the Amazonian understory, Salvin's Curassow is a magnificent, glossy-black bird known for its striking red...
Sanderling
Calidris alba
The energetic sprinter of the shoreline, the Sanderling is a delight to watch as it dances with the waves. With its p...
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
With their prehistoric trumpeting calls and elegant 'bustle' feathers, Sandhill Cranes are the tall, stately ambassad...
Sandwich Tern
Thalasseus sandvicensis
A master of the coastal winds, the Sandwich Tern is easily identified by its 'sandwich' bill—black with a bright yell...
Sapphire-spangled Emerald
Chionomesa lactea
With a throat like a precious gem and a bold personality to match, the Sapphire-spangled Emerald is the crown jewel o...
Sapphire-throated Hummingbird
Chrysuronia coeruleogularis
With a throat like a polished gemstone and a spirit that refuses to back down, the Sapphire-throated Hummingbird is a...
Sarus Crane
Antigone antigone
The Sarus Crane is a towering icon of the wetlands, standing nearly six feet tall with a striking red crown that dema...
Savannah Sparrow
Passerculus sandwichensis
Look closely for the signature yellow 'eyebrows' of the Savannah Sparrow, a small but hardy songster of the open gras...
Savi's Warbler
Locustella luscinioides
A master of disguise within the reeds, Savi's Warbler is famous for its mechanical, grasshopper-like song. Discover h...
Sayaca Tanager
Thraupis sayaca
The Sayaca Tanager is the elegant 'blue-grey' ghost of South American gardens. A frequent and friendly visitor, this ...
Say's Phoebe
Sayornis saya
A hardy specialist of the American West, the Say's Phoebe is a desert-loving flycatcher with a warm cinnamon belly an...
Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant
Lophotriccus pileatus
Tiny but full of personality, the Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant is a master of the forest undergrowth. Famous for its 's...
Scaled Quail
Callipepla squamata
Meet the 'Cottontop' of the desert. With its iconic white crest and beautiful 'scaly' plumage, the Scaled Quail is a ...
Scaly-breasted Hummingbird
Phaeochroa cuvierii
The Scaly-breasted Hummingbird is a bold, assertive resident of the Americas, known more for its 'bully' personality ...
Scaly-headed Parrot
Pionus maximiliani
The Scaly-headed Parrot is a master of subtle beauty, featuring a sophisticated palette of bronze, olive, and purple....
Scaly-naped Amazon
Amazona mercenarius
Meet the rugged mountaineer of the parrot world. The Scaly-naped Amazon is one of the few parrot species that thrives...
Scarlet-fronted Parakeet
Psittacara wagleri
A social and spirited resident of the northern Andes, the Scarlet-fronted Parakeet is easily recognized by its vibran...
Scarlet Macaw
Ara macao
The Scarlet Macaw is a living masterpiece of the tropical canopy, boasting a brilliant palette of primary colors and ...
Scarlet-rumped Cacique
Cacicus uropygialis
A master of mimicry with a hidden flash of crimson, the Scarlet-rumped Cacique is the charismatic socialite of the tr...
Scarlet Tanager
Piranga olivacea
A breathtaking flash of crimson against the forest green, the Scarlet Tanager is one of North America's most stunning...
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Tyrannus forficatus
Known as the 'Texas Bird of Paradise,' the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher is a stunning aerial acrobat with a tail that de...
Scopoli's Shearwater
Calonectris diomedea
A ghostly wanderer of the Mediterranean, the Scopoli's Shearwater combines effortless aerial grace with a mysterious ...
Scott's Oriole
Icterus parisorum
A striking flash of lemon-yellow against the desert sky, the Scott's Oriole is the master of the arid Southwest. Ofte...
Screaming Cowbird
Molothrus rufoaxillaris
Meet the Screaming Cowbird, a specialized brood parasite of South America known for its piercing calls and unique rel...
Scrub Euphonia
Euphonia affinis
A tiny gem of the tropical scrub, the Scrub Euphonia delights backyard observers with its vibrant yellow plumage and ...
Seaside Sparrow
Ammospiza maritima
A hardy specialist of the coastal fringe, the Seaside Sparrow is a master of the salt marsh. With its robust bill and...
Sedge Warbler
Acrocephalus schoenobaenus
A boisterous and bold songster of the wetlands, the Sedge Warbler is easily identified by its striking white 'eyebrow...
Sedge Wren
Cistothorus stellaris
The Sedge Wren is a tiny, streaked marvel of the wet prairie, known for its secretive nature and machine-gun chatter....
Semipalmated Plover
Charadrius semipalmatus
A pint-sized powerhouse of the shoreline, the Semipalmated Plover is a master of the dash-and-stop hunt. Known for it...
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Calidris pusilla
Witness the frantic energy of one of nature's greatest travelers. The Semipalmated Sandpiper may be small, but its ma...
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