Wildlife Species Library

Insects

Black-headed Cardinal Beetle

Pyrochroa coccinea

A vivid jewel of the spring woodland, the Black-headed Cardinal Beetle stands out with its brilliant scarlet wing cas...

Birds

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

The Black-headed Gull is a lively and charismatic visitor that brings a touch of coastal energy to inland gardens and...

Birds

Black-headed Ibis

Threskiornis melanocephalus

With its striking monochrome appearance and elegant down-curved beak, the Black-headed Ibis is an iconic guardian of ...

Birds

Black-headed Trogon

Trogon melanocephalus

With its brilliant sunshine-yellow belly and striking pale blue eye-ring, the Black-headed Trogon is a tropical maste...

Birds

Black-headed Weaver

Ploceus melanocephalus

A master architect of the wetlands, the Black-headed Weaver is famous for its intricate hanging nests and vibrant gol...

Birds

Black Heron

Egretta ardesiaca

Witness the 'Umbrella Bird' of the African wetlands. The Black Heron is a master of deception, using its own wings to...

Birds

Black Kite

Milvus migrans

The Black Kite is perhaps the world's most successful and abundant bird of prey. A master of the urban sky, this soci...

Wildflowers

black knapweed

Centaurea nigra

A champion of the summer meadow, black knapweed is a magnet for butterflies and bees. Its vibrant purple 'buttons' an...

Wildflowers & Plants

Black Mustard

Mutarda nigra

A towering spire of golden blooms, Black Mustard is a vibrant addition to the landscape that serves as a vital nectar...

Birds

Black-necked Aracari

Pteroglossus aracari

With its striking ivory bill and bold crimson belly stripe, the Black-necked Aracari is a social superstar of the Sou...

Birds

Black-necked Crane

Grus nigricollis

The 'Spirit of the Plateau,' the Black-necked Crane is a majestic symbol of high-altitude wilderness and spiritual de...

Birds

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

With legs that seem to go on forever and a striking tuxedo plumage, the Black-necked Stilt is the supermodel of the m...

Birds

Black-necked Stork

Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus

With its towering height, striking red legs, and iridescent plumage, the Black-necked Stork is one of the most majest...

Birds

Black Oystercatcher

Haematopus bachmani

With its coal-black feathers and brilliant crimson beak, the Black Oystercatcher is the unmistakable sentinel of the ...

Insects

Black Pecan Aphid

Melanocallis caryaefoliae

A tiny insect with a big impact, the Black Pecan Aphid is a master of the pecan canopy. Known for its distinctive bla...

Birds

Black Petrel

Procellaria parkinsoni

A master of the open ocean, the Black Petrel travels from New Zealand to South America before returning to nest in th...

Birds

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

With its dapper 'tuxedo' plumage and rhythmic tail-wagging, the Black Phoebe is a beloved fixture of Western backyard...

Mammals

Black Rat

Rattus rattus

The ultimate high-wire artist of the backyard, the Black Rat is a master of climbing and stealth. Discover the secret...

Fish

Black Redhorse

Moxostoma duquesnei

A shimmering inhabitant of North America's cleanest rivers, the Black Redhorse is a master of the riverbed. Known as ...

Mammals

Black Rhinoceros

Diceros bicornis

The black rhinoceros is the elusive, hooked-lipped architect of the African bush. A prehistoric marvel, this critical...

Fish

Black Rockfish

Sebastes melanops

The iconic 'black bass' of the Pacific, these schooling rockfish are the lively heart of the West Coast's kelp forest...

Fish

Black Scabbardfish

Aphanopus carbo

A mysterious ribbon of the abyss, the Black Scabbardfish is a deep-sea marvel known for its jet-black skin and pierci...

Insects

Black Scale

Parasaissetia nigra

The Black Scale is a master of sedentary survival, transforming from a tiny crawler into a glossy, shield-like sentin...

Birds

Black Scimitarbill

Rhinopomastus aterrimus

The Black Scimitarbill is a sleek, acrobatic specialist of the African savannah, known for its distinctively curved b...

Fish

Black Scorpionfish

Scorpaena porcus

A master of underwater disguise, the Black Scorpionfish blends perfectly into the rocky reefs of the Mediterranean. A...

Fish

Black Sea Bass

Centropristis striata

The Black Sea Bass is the charismatic 'sentinel' of the Atlantic coast, known for its striking color changes and its ...

Fish

Black Seabream

Spondyliosoma cantharus

A silver-scaled wonder of the Atlantic and Mediterranean, the Black Seabream is famous for its unique nesting habits ...

Birds

Black-shouldered Kite

Elanus axillaris

Meet Australia’s most graceful hoverer. With its snowy white plumage and piercing red gaze, the Black-shouldered Kite...

Invertebrates

Black Slug

Arion ater

The undisputed titan of the garden floor, the Black Slug is a master of moisture and a crucial, if misunderstood, mem...

Reptiles

Black Spiny-tailed Iguana

Ctenosaura similis

Meet the world's fastest lizard, an armored speedster that thrives in the heat. With its prehistoric spines and light...

Amphibians

Black-spotted Frog

Pelophylax nigromaculatus

A vibrant icon of East Asian wetlands, the Black-spotted Frog is famous for its striking green color and incredible l...

Crustaceans

Black Squat Lobster

Galathea squamifera

A hidden gem of the rocky shoreline, the Black Squat Lobster is a master of camouflage and nocturnal survival. With i...

Birds

Black Stork

Ciconia nigra

A master of the deep woods, the Black Stork is the shy, iridescent cousin of the common White Stork. With its vibrant...

Birds

Black-striped Sparrow

Arremonops conirostris

A bold ground-dweller of the tropical edges, the Black-striped Sparrow is easily recognized by its striking 'racing s...

Insects

Black-tailed Bumble Bee

Bombus melanopygus

One of the first messengers of spring, the Black-tailed Bumble Bee is a hardy and colorful pollinator. Easily recogni...

Birds

Black-tailed Gnatcatcher

Polioptila melanura

The Black-tailed Gnatcatcher is a pint-sized powerhouse of the American Southwest. A year-round desert dweller, this ...