Wildlife Species Library

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Fangtooth Moray

Enchelycore anatina

With its glass-like fangs and striking 'tiger' patterns, the Fangtooth Moray is one of the Atlantic's most visually s...

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Fathead Minnow

Pimephales promelas

The ultimate survivor of the freshwater world, the Fathead Minnow is a master of adaptation. Whether guarding a nest ...

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Finescale Dace

Chrosomus neogaeus

A shimmering bronze inhabitant of North America's quietest waters, the Finescale Dace is a master of the bog. This re...

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Five-spotted Wrasse

Symphodus roissali

A vibrant and industrious resident of Mediterranean reefs, the Five-spotted Wrasse is a master architect known for bu...

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Flag Rockfish

Sebastes rubrivinctus

With its striking 'barberpole' stripes and stoic personality, the Flag Rockfish is a vibrant master of the Eastern Pa...

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Flagfin Shiner

Pteronotropis signipinnis

The flagfin shiner is a living jewel of the Southeast, turning dark blackwater streams into a theater of vibrant oran...

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Flat Needlefish

Ablennes hians

The Flat Needlefish is a shimmering, ribbon-like predator that haunts the ocean's surface. Recognizable by its dark v...

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Flathead Catfish

Pylodictis olivaris

The undisputed heavyweight of the river bottom, the Flathead Catfish is a master of ambush and underwater shadows. Wi...

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Florida Pompano

Trachinotus carolinus

A shimmering silver icon of the Atlantic coast, the Florida Pompano is a master of the surf. Watch these fast-moving ...

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Four-eyed Butterflyfish

Chaetodon capistratus

A master of deception, the Four-eyed Butterflyfish uses a clever 'false eye' to outsmart predators on the Atlantic's ...

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Fourwing Flyingfish

Hirundichthys affinis

The Fourwing Flyingfish is a true ocean acrobat, famous for its ability to launch itself from the waves and glide for...

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Freckled Rockfish

Sebastes lentiginosus

A master of deep-water camouflage, the Freckled Rockfish is a jewel of the Eastern Pacific's rocky reefs. Discover th...

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French Angelfish

Pomacanthus paru

A golden-rimmed icon of the Caribbean, the French Angelfish is famous for its lifelong pair-bonds and curious, friend...

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French Grunt

Haemulon flavolineatum

A vibrant icon of the Atlantic reefs, the French Grunt is easily recognized by its golden stripes and its unique abil...

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Freshwater Catfish

Tandanus tandanus

A master of the riverbed, the Freshwater Catfish is famous for its eel-like tail and its incredible skill as an under...

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Frigate Tuna

Auxis thazard

The Frigate Tuna is the pocket-rocket of the ocean, a streamlined predator known for its incredible speed and distinc...

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Frostfish

Lepidopus caudatus

The Frostfish is a shimmering phantom of the deep, known for its mirror-like skin and mysterious winter appearances o...

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Gag Grouper

Mycteroperca microlepis

A master of disguise on the Atlantic reefs, the Gag Grouper is a powerful ambush predator known for its 'velvet' gray...

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Galjoen

Dichistius capensis

South Africa's national fish is a master of the crashing surf. With the ability to change its color to match the rock...

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Garfish

Belone belone

Meet the 'Sea Needle,' a shimmering silver predator that skims the ocean surface with lightning speed. Famous for its...

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Garibaldi

Hypsypops rubicundus

The Garibaldi is the golden icon of the California coast, a brilliant orange sentinel that guards the emerald kelp fo...

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Ghost Shiner

Paranotropis buchanani

A translucent wonder of North American waterways, the Ghost Shiner is a master of camouflage. This delicate, shimmeri...

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Giant Boarfish

Paristiopterus labiosus

The Giant Boarfish is an architectural marvel of the ocean, featuring a stunning 'armored' head and a specialized tub...

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Giant Electric Ray

Narcine entemedor

Meet the 'Intimidator' of the Pacific shallows—a master of camouflage that carries its own biological batteries. The ...

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Giant Frogfish

Antennarius commerson

The ultimate master of disguise, the Giant Frogfish 'walks' along the ocean floor and uses a built-in fishing rod to ...

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Giant Guitarfish

Glaucostegus typus

A striking blend of shark and ray, the Giant Guitarfish is a master of camouflage in the Indo-Pacific shallows. This ...

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Giant kokopu

Galaxias argenteus

The Giant kokopu is the undisputed heavyweight of New Zealand's freshwater world. A cryptic beauty with golden 'star-...

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Giant Moray

Gymnothorax javanicus

The undisputed heavyweight of the Indo-Pacific reefs, the Giant Moray is a master of stealth and power. This massive,...

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Giant Oarfish

Regalecus glesne

Meet the real-life sea serpent: a shimmering, ribbon-like giant that haunts the ocean's twilight zone. Growing up to ...

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Giant Sea Bass

Stereolepis gigas

The Giant Sea Bass is a gentle, curious titan of the California kelp forests. Once nearly extinct, these massive 'pup...

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Giant Trevally

Caranx ignobilis

Meet the 'Gangster of the Ocean,' a powerful apex predator known for its incredible strength and the ability to snatc...

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Golden Redhorse

Moxostoma erythrurum

A gleaming resident of North America's cleanest rivers, the Golden Redhorse is a master of the riverbed. With its bra...

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Golden Shiner

Notemigonus crysoleucas

A shimmering resident of North America's quiet waters, the Golden Shiner is famous for its brilliant metallic scales ...

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Golden Trevally

Gnathanodon speciosus

With its brilliant gold scales and bold personality, the Golden Trevally is the 'pilot' of the Pacific. Known for fol...

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Goldentail Moray

Gymnothorax miliaris

With its jewel-like golden spots and striking yellow-tipped tail, the Goldentail Moray is a shy but stunning resident...

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Goldfish

Carassius auratus

The world's most recognizable fish is a marvel of resilience and beauty. Whether shimmering in a garden pond or navig...