Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Showing 1-36 of 199 species
Aardvark
Orycteropus afer
The aardvark is Africa's most mysterious excavator, a prehistoric-looking marvel that lives a secret life underground...
Abdim's Stork
Ciconia abdimii
Meet the 'Rain Bird,' the world's smallest stork and a beloved symbol of coming storms across Africa. With its irides...
Abert's Squirrel
Sciurus aberti
With their striking tasseled ears and acrobatic forest maneuvers, Abert's Squirrels are the charismatic crown jewels ...
Abert's Towhee
Melozone aberti
A secretive specialist of the desert Southwest, the Abert's Towhee is a master of the undergrowth. With its soulful b...
Abyssinian Ground Hornbill
Bucorvus abyssinicus
A prehistoric-looking giant of the African savanna, the Abyssinian Ground Hornbill is a master of the grasslands. Wit...
Abyssinian Scimitarbill
Rhinopomastus minor
With its striking scimitar-shaped orange bill and iridescent midnight plumage, the Abyssinian Scimitarbill is a maste...
Acadian Flycatcher
Empidonax virescens
A hidden gem of the humid woods, the Acadian Flycatcher is a vibrant olive-green hunter that thrives near forest stre...
Actaeon Beetle
Megasoma actaeon
One of the heaviest insects on the planet, the Actaeon Beetle is a matte-black titan of the Amazon. With its prehisto...
Adonis Blue
Polyommatus bellargus
A jewel of the chalk downs, the Adonis Blue is famous for the male's electric sky-blue wings and its remarkable partn...
African Buffalo
Syncerus caffer
The African Buffalo is a powerful, unpredictable icon of the savanna, famous for its massive bone shield and unwaveri...
African Civet
Civettictis civetta
The African Civet is a striking, nocturnal mammal known for its bold black-and-white patterns and mysterious nature. ...
African Collared-Dove
Streptopelia roseogrisea
A resilient beauty of the Sahel, the African Collared-Dove brings a touch of desert elegance to any backyard. Recogni...
African Fish-Eagle
Icthyophaga vocifer
Known as the iconic 'Voice of Africa,' the African Fish-Eagle is a master of the skies and the water. With its striki...
African Manatee
Trichechus senegalensis
The most elusive of the world's 'sea cows,' the African Manatee is a gentle giant of the West African waterways. Thes...
African Moonfish
Selene dorsalis
Witness the shimmering 'Phantom of the Atlantic.' With its paper-thin profile and metallic silver armor, the African ...
African Palm-civet
Nandinia binotata
The African Palm-civet is an ancient survivor of the canopy, easily identified by its twin shoulder spots and incredi...
African Penguin
Spheniscus demersus
The only penguin species native to Africa, these 'tuxedoed' coastal residents are as famous for their donkey-like bra...
African Pompano
Alectis ciliaris
The African Pompano is a shimmering ghost of the tropical reefs, recognizable by its steep profile and brilliant silv...
African Sacred Ibis
Threskiornis aethiopicus
Symbol of the ancient Egyptian god Thoth, this striking bird is a master of adaptation, thriving in both wild wetland...
African Savanna Elephant
Loxodonta africana
The largest land animal on Earth, the African Savanna Elephant is a marvel of intelligence, social complexity, and ra...
African Savanna Hare
Lepus microtis
Meet the African Savanna Hare, the nocturnal sprinter of the grasslands. With its oversized ears and incredible camou...
African Wild Ass
Equus africanus
The stoic ancestor of the domestic donkey, the African Wild Ass is a critically endangered icon of the Horn of Africa...
African Wildcat
Felis lybica
The ghost of the savanna and the direct ancestor of our domestic companions. The African Wildcat is a master of steal...
African Wolf
Canis lupaster
The African Wolf is a master of survival, roaming from the scorching Sahara to the rugged Atlas Mountains. This slend...
African Woolly-necked Stork
Ciconia microscelis
A striking wader with a unique 'woolly' white neck and iridescent black plumage. Once a shy wetland resident, this ad...
Agile Frog
Rana dalmatina
A master of the long jump, the Agile Frog can leap over six feet in a single bound to escape danger. This elegant, lo...
Agreeable Tiger Moth
Spilosoma congrua
With its pristine white wings and charming orange 'socks,' the Agreeable Tiger Moth is a peaceful nocturnal visitor t...
Alabama Hog Sucker
Hypentelium etowanum
A master of the riffles, the Alabama Hog Sucker uses its specialized 'vacuum' mouth to navigate the rocky currents of...
Alaska Blueberry
Vaccinium alaskaense
A crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest understory, the Alaska Blueberry is a vital lifeline for mountain wildlife. Fr...
Albacore
Thunnus alalunga
The ultimate ocean wanderer, the Albacore is famous for its remarkably long fins and its tireless journeys across the...
Alberta Beardtongue
Penstemon albertinus
A vibrant jewel of the Rocky Mountains, the Alberta Beardtongue dazzles with its brilliant sky-blue flowers. This har...
alder buckthorn
Frangula alnus
The Alder buckthorn is a thornless, wildlife-friendly shrub essential for the survival of the Brimstone butterfly. It...
Alder Flycatcher
Empidonax alnorum
A master of the northern thickets, the Alder Flycatcher is a long-distance traveler known for its distinctive 'free-b...
Alder Leaf Beetle
Agelastica alni
A miniature marvel of metallic violet, the Alder Leaf Beetle turns backyard trees into living lace. Watch this shimme...
Alder Spittlebug
Aphrophora alni
A champion jumper of the garden world, the Alder Spittlebug is famous for its 'cuckoo spit' nurseries and its remarka...
Alewife
Alosa pseudoharengus
Witness the silver tide of the Alewife, a resilient wanderer that bridges the gap between the deep ocean and our loca...
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