Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Southern Gossamer
Iolaus silas
The Southern Gossamer is a living jewel of the South African garden, sporting brilliant sapphire wings and a clever '...
Southern Oak Bush-cricket
Meconema meridionale
The Southern Oak Bush-cricket is the 'silent drummer' of the insect world, using rhythmic vibrations rather than loud...
Southern Red Mite
Oligonychus ilicis
The Southern Red Mite is a vibrant, microscopic gem of the backyard ecosystem. While tiny in stature, these ruby-colo...
Southern Skimmer
Orthetrum brunneum
A master of the summer heat, the Southern Skimmer is easily identified by the striking, uniform powder-blue coat of t...
Southern Wood Ant
Formica rufa
Meet the forest's most industrious engineers: the Southern Wood Ant. Famous for their massive thatched mounds and org...
Southern Yellowjacket
Vespula squamosa
The Southern Yellowjacket is a vibrant and highly social wasp famous for its unique orange queens and sprawling under...
Spanish Fly
Lytta vesicatoria
A shimmering jewel of the insect world, the Spanish Fly is an iridescent wonder with a hidden, toxic punch. Watch the...
Speckled Bush-cricket
Leptophyes punctatissima
A master of garden camouflage, the Speckled Bush-cricket is a flightless wonder covered in a galaxy of tiny dark spot...
Spined Soldier Bug
Podisus maculiventris
Meet your garden's most effective tiny security guard. The Spined Soldier Bug is a master hunter that protects your p...
Spongy Moth
Lymantria dispar
The Spongy Moth is one of nature's most resilient survivors, famous for its striking larvae and the day-flying antics...
Spot-winged Glider
Pantala hymenaea
The ultimate aerial nomad, the Spot-winged Glider is a golden-hued pilot that travels thousands of miles on the wind....
Spotted Asparagus Beetle
Crioceris duodecimpunctata
Often mistaken for a ladybug at a distance, the Spotted Asparagus Beetle is a vibrant, 12-spotted jewel of the summer...
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
With its neon-green coat and twelve bold black spots, the Spotted Cucumber Beetle is a striking garden visitor that i...
Spotted Green Pine Needle Aphid
Eulachnus agilis
Meet the sprinter of the insect world. The Spotted Green Pine Needle Aphid is a leopard-spotted speedster that brings...
Spruce Aphid
Elatobium abietinum
A tiny green marvel with striking red eyes, the Spruce Aphid is a master of the cool season. While small, these sap-s...
Square-spot Rustic
Xestia xanthographa
A classic late-summer visitor, the Square-spot Rustic is easily identified by the neat, pale 'windows' on its wings. ...
Square-spotted Clay
Xestia stigmatica
A gem of the late-summer garden, the Square-spotted Clay is easily recognized by the bold geometric markings on its v...
Squash Lady Beetle
Epilachna borealis
The Squash Lady Beetle is a bold, spotted herbivore that turns the 'beneficial ladybug' narrative on its head. With i...
Steel-blue Cricket-hunter Wasp
Chlorion aerarium
A shimmering jewel of the garden, the Steel-blue Cricket-hunter is a master of pest control and one of the most strik...
Striped Cucumber Beetle
Acalymma vittatum
A striking but notorious visitor to the vegetable patch, the Striped Cucumber Beetle is easily identified by its vibr...
Summer Chafer
Amphimallon solstitiale
Often called the 'June Bug' of Europe, the Summer Chafer is a bumbling, golden-brown beetle famous for its sunset swa...
Swarthy Skipper
Nastra lherminier
The understated ghost of the meadow, the Swarthy Skipper is a delight for those who appreciate the subtle details of ...
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