Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
7 species
balmain bug
Ibacus peronii
Hidden beneath the Australian sands, the Balmain bug is a marvel of marine evolution. With its butterfly-like shape a...
Baltic prawn
Palaemon adspersus
A master of disguise within the seagrass, the Baltic prawn is a vital member of the coastal ecosystem. Known for its ...
Bay Ghost Shrimp
Neotrypaea californiensis
The pale, hardworking architect of the Pacific mudflats, the Bay Ghost Shrimp spends its life engineering a hidden wo...
Bay Prawn
Metapenaeus bennettae
The Bay Prawn is the hidden gem of eastern Australian waterways, famous for its 'greasy' texture and vibrant green ta...
Black Squat Lobster
Galathea squamifera
A hidden gem of the rocky shoreline, the Black Squat Lobster is a master of camouflage and nocturnal survival. With i...
Blue Mud Shrimp
Upogebia pugettensis
The Blue Mud Shrimp is a master architect of the West Coast's muddy shores. These fascinating 'mud lobsters' build co...
Brown Tiger Prawn
Penaeus esculentus
Meet the 'Tiger of the Reef,' a master of camouflage that rules the Australian seafloor under the cover of darkness. ...
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