Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
4 species
Pacific Purple Sea Urchin
Strongylocentrotus purpuratus
A vibrant purple sentinel of the Pacific shoreline, this spiny invertebrate is famous for its ability to carve its ow...
Pimpleback
Pustulosa pustulosa
A master of the riverbed, the Pimpleback is a bumpy, heavy-shelled mussel that serves as a vital indicator of water h...
Pistolgrip
Quadrula verrucosa
The Pistolgrip is a master of disguise on the riverbed, sporting a rugged, bumpy shell that looks more like a piece o...
Plate Limpet
Lottia scutum
The Plate Limpet is the unsung architect of the rocky shoreline, a master of suction that navigates the turbulent Pac...
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