Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
ragweed leaf beetle
Ophraella communa
The ragweed leaf beetle is a tiny, striped powerhouse that spends its days munching on one of nature's most annoying ...
Red-banded Leafhopper
Graphocephala coccinea
Often called the 'Candy-striped Leafhopper,' this tiny insect is one of the most vibrantly colored creatures in North...
Red-belted Bumble Bee
Bombus rufocinctus
With its striking splash of orange and tireless work ethic, the Red-belted Bumble Bee is a late-summer favorite for b...
Red-bodied Swallowtail
Pachliopta polydorus
A striking tropical visitor with a bold crimson warning, the Red-bodied Swallowtail floats through northern gardens w...
Red-legged Marsh Beetle
Scirtes tibialis
A tiny master of the leap, the Red-legged Marsh Beetle brings a splash of color and incredible agility to the edges o...
Red-veined Dropwing
Trithemis arteriosa
A scarlet sentinel of the garden pond, the Red-veined Dropwing is famous for its brilliant crimson hue and its unique...
Red-veined Pennant
Celithemis bertha
A jewel of the Southern wetlands, the Red-veined Pennant dazzles with its crimson-laced wings and characteristic 'fla...
Rhododendron Leafhopper
Graphocephala fennahi
Decked out in neon turquoise and racing stripes, the Rhododendron Leafhopper is a tiny gem of the garden. This agile ...
River Jewelwing
Calopteryx aequabilis
The River Jewelwing is a shimmering masterpiece of the waterfront, boasting metallic emerald bodies and elegant, dark...
Roesel's Bush-cricket
Roeseliana roeselii
Listen for the electric hum of the meadow. The Roesel's Bush-cricket is a master of camouflage with a song that sound...
Rose Aphid
Macrosiphum rosae
The Rose Aphid is a tiny, fascinating marvel of the garden, turning rosebuds into bustling miniature ecosystems. Disc...
Rose Flea Beetle
Altica rosae
The Rose Flea Beetle is a tiny, shimmering jewel of the garden, recognizable by its metallic blue-green sheen and rem...
Rose Leafhopper
Edwardsiana rosae
The Rose Leafhopper is a miniature marvel of the garden, a translucent acrobat that thrives in the secret shadows of ...
Rose Sawfly
Arge ochropus
A vibrant splash of orange in the garden, the Rose Sawfly is a master of the rose bush. Though often noticed for thei...
Rose Slug Sawfly
Endelomyia aethiops
A master of disguise in the rose garden, the Rose Slug Sawfly larva looks like a shimmering drop of moss-green slime....
Roseate Skimmer
Orthemis ferruginea
A bold splash of neon pink in the garden, the Roseate Skimmer is one of the most stunning dragonflies you'll encounte...
Rosemary Beetle
Chrysolina americana
Adorned in shimmering metallic stripes of emerald and amethyst, the Rosemary Beetle is a slow-moving jewel of the her...
Roundneck Sexton Beetle
Nicrophorus orbicollis
A fascinating nocturnal recycler, the Roundneck Sexton Beetle is the forest's master undertaker. Known for its devote...
Ruby Meadowhawk
Sympetrum rubicundulum
A flash of brilliant crimson in the summer sun, the Ruby Meadowhawk is one of the most striking dragonflies found in ...
Ruddy Darter
Sympetrum sanguineum
With its striking blood-red body and jet-black legs, the Ruddy Darter is one of the most vivid summer visitors to the...
Rusty-patched Bumble Bee
Bombus affinis
The Rusty-patched Bumble Bee is a crown jewel of North American pollinators. Once common across the East and Midwest,...
Rusty Tussock Moth
Orgyia antiqua
A master of transformation and unusual habits, the Rusty Tussock Moth features day-flying males and flightless female...
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