Wildlife Species Library

Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.

Showing 1-36 of 177 species

african sumac
Trees

african sumac

Searsia lancea

A resilient evergreen with a graceful, weeping silhouette, the African Sumac is a cornerstone of biodiversity that pr...

Alaska yellow cedar
Trees

Alaska yellow cedar

Callitropsis nootkatensis

A majestic and resilient icon of the Pacific Northwest, the Alaska yellow cedar is famous for its elegant weeping bra...

alligator juniper
Trees

alligator juniper

Juniperus deppeana

Defined by its iconic checkered bark and resilience in the face of drought, the Alligator Juniper is a sentinel of th...

alternate-leaved dogwood
Trees

alternate-leaved dogwood

Cornus alternifolia

Defined by its striking 'pagoda' layers and vibrant fruit, the alternate-leaved dogwood is a centerpiece of the easte...

American persimmon
Trees

American persimmon

Diospyros virginiana

Often called the 'sugar plum' of the forest, the American persimmon is a hardy native tree famous for its sweet autum...

Ashe juniper
Trees

Ashe juniper

Juniperus ashei

The rugged backbone of the Texas Hill Country, the Ashe juniper is more than just a tree—it is a vital sanctuary for ...

Atlantic white cedar
Trees

Atlantic white cedar

Chamaecyparis thyoides

A spire-like sentinel of the Eastern wetlands, the Atlantic white cedar defines the mysterious beauty of coastal swam...

Australian Cheesewood
Trees

Australian Cheesewood

Pittosporum undulatum

Famed for its sweet, jasmine-like scent and vibrant orange berries, the Australian Cheesewood is a magnet for backyar...

baldcypress
Trees

baldcypress

Taxodium distichum

A prehistoric sentinel of the American South, the baldcypress is a rare deciduous conifer famous for its moss-draped ...

balsam fir
Trees

balsam fir

Abies balsamea

The aromatic icon of the North American wilderness, the Balsam Fir is famous for its perfect conical shape and silver...

balsam poplar
Trees

balsam poplar

Populus balsamifera

The balsam poplar is a fragrant giant of the North, famous for its resin-scented spring buds and its vital role in st...

bigleaf magnolia
Trees

bigleaf magnolia

Magnolia macrophylla

The bigleaf magnolia is a prehistoric giant hiding in the American South, boasting the largest leaves and flowers of ...

bigtooth aspen
Trees

bigtooth aspen

Populus grandidentata

A fast-growing pioneer of the North American woods, the Bigtooth Aspen is famous for its fluttering golden leaves and...

bishop pine
Trees

bishop pine

Pinus muricata

A rugged icon of the California coast, the Bishop Pine is a fire-adapted survivor that turns harsh sea winds into a t...

bitternut hickory
Trees

bitternut hickory

Carya cordiformis

The bitternut hickory is the most widespread of the North American hickories, famous for its striking sulphur-yellow ...

black ash
Trees

black ash

Fraxinus nigra

A champion of the wetlands, the Black Ash is a vital tree that thrives where other hardwoods fail. While currently fa...

black cherry
Trees

black cherry

Prunus serotina

The Black Cherry is the ultimate backyard wildlife hub, offering a seasonal feast for everything from songbirds to fo...

black cottonwood
Trees

black cottonwood

Populus trichocarpa

The titan of the riverbank, the black cottonwood is the largest poplar species in the Americas, famous for its fragra...

Black Gum
Trees

Black Gum

Eucalyptus aggregata

A hardy survivor of Australia's frost-prone tablelands, the Black Gum is a vital refuge for high-altitude wildlife. I...

black peppermint
Trees

black peppermint

Eucalyptus amygdalina

A Tasmanian icon, the black peppermint is famous for its mint-scented leaves and elegant, weeping canopy. This hardy ...

black pine
Trees

black pine

Pinus nigra

Rugged, resilient, and reaching for the clouds, the black pine is an evergreen icon that provides vital shelter for o...

black spruce
Trees

black spruce

Picea mariana

The resilient sentinel of the north, the Black Spruce thrives where other trees fail, anchoring the vast boreal ecosy...

Blakely's red gum
Trees

Blakely's red gum

Eucalyptus blakelyi

A cornerstone of the Australian bush, Blakely's red gum is a majestic evergreen known for its smooth, mottled bark an...

blue spruce
Trees

blue spruce

Picea pungens

The blue spruce is the crown jewel of the Rocky Mountains, famous for its striking silvery-blue needles and perfect p...

box elder
Trees

box elder

Acer negundo

Often called the 'Manitoba Maple,' the Box Elder is a fast-growing North American native that bridges the gap between...

broadleaf peppermint gum
Trees

broadleaf peppermint gum

Eucalyptus dives

An aromatic icon of the Australian tablelands, the Broadleaf Peppermint Gum is more than just a tree—it's a thriving ...

Butternut
Trees

Butternut

Juglans cinerea

A rare gem of the North American forest, the Butternut is beloved for its rich, buttery nuts and distinctive silvery ...

California bay
Trees

California bay

Umbellularia californica

The California bay is the pungent sentinel of Western forests, known for its spicy aroma and dense evergreen canopy. ...

California incense-cedar
Trees

California incense-cedar

Calocedrus decurrens

The California incense-cedar is a titan of the West, recognizable by its aromatic, reddish bark and unique 'wine glas...

Candlebark
Trees

Candlebark

Eucalyptus rubida

A masterpiece of the Australian tablelands, the Candlebark is famous for its glowing white trunk that blushes deep pi...

Cape Ash
Trees

Cape Ash

Ekebergia capensis

A majestic African evergreen with a sweeping canopy, the Cape Ash is a cornerstone of biodiversity that transforms an...

Cape Fig
Trees

Cape Fig

Ficus sur

Often called the 'supermarket of the bush,' the Cape Fig is a massive, fast-growing tree that produces spectacular cl...

Carolina hemlock
Trees

Carolina hemlock

Tsuga caroliniana

A rare and rugged gem of the southern Appalachians, the Carolina hemlock stands as a resilient sentinel on rocky moun...

Ceylon cinnamon
Trees

Ceylon cinnamon

Cinnamomum verum

The legendary 'true cinnamon' of Sri Lanka, this aromatic evergreen is as beautiful in a garden as it is essential in...

Cheese Tree
Trees

Cheese Tree

Glochidion ferdinandi

Famous for its whimsical fruit that looks exactly like miniature wheels of cheese, this Australian native is a bustli...

Chinaberry
Trees

Chinaberry

Melia azedarach

The Chinaberry is a stunning but controversial resident of the backyard landscape, famous for its fragrant lilac bloo...

photo_camera

Not sure what you saw?

Upload a wildlife photo and let AI identify the species for you instantly.

Identify a species

Start recording your backyard wildlife

Connect a camera and build your own species record — a personal field guide generated automatically.

Join free Connect a camera