Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Black-headed Heron
Ardea melanocephala
The 'land heron' of Africa, this striking bird is just as comfortable stalking your garden lawn as it is a remote mar...
Black-headed Ibis
Threskiornis melanocephalus
With its striking monochrome appearance and elegant down-curved beak, the Black-headed Ibis is an iconic guardian of ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Black Oystercatcher
Haematopus bachmani
With its coal-black feathers and brilliant crimson beak, the Black Oystercatcher is the unmistakable sentinel of the ...
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...
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...
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
With its dapper 'tuxedo' plumage and rhythmic tail-wagging, the Black Phoebe is a beloved fixture of Western backyard...
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...
Black Redhorse
Moxostoma duquesnei
A shimmering inhabitant of North America's cleanest rivers, the Black Redhorse is a master of the riverbed. Known as ...
Black Rhinoceros
Diceros bicornis
The black rhinoceros is the elusive, hooked-lipped architect of the African bush. A prehistoric marvel, this critical...
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...
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...
Black Scale
Parasaissetia nigra
The Black Scale is a master of sedentary survival, transforming from a tiny crawler into a glossy, shield-like sentin...
Black Scimitarbill
Rhinopomastus aterrimus
The Black Scimitarbill is a sleek, acrobatic specialist of the African savannah, known for its distinctively curved b...
Black Scorpionfish
Scorpaena porcus
A master of underwater disguise, the Black Scorpionfish blends perfectly into the rocky reefs of the Mediterranean. A...
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 ...
Black Seabream
Spondyliosoma cantharus
A silver-scaled wonder of the Atlantic and Mediterranean, the Black Seabream is famous for its unique nesting habits ...
Black-shouldered Kite
Elanus axillaris
Meet Australia’s most graceful hoverer. With its snowy white plumage and piercing red gaze, the Black-shouldered Kite...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Black-tailed Gnatcatcher
Polioptila melanura
The Black-tailed Gnatcatcher is a pint-sized powerhouse of the American Southwest. A year-round desert dweller, this ...
Black-tailed Godwit
Limosa limosa
A master of migration and a symbol of the wetlands, the Black-tailed Godwit stands tall on stilt-like legs. Witness t...
Black-tailed Jackrabbit
Lepus californicus
With ears that act like natural cooling systems and legs built for 40-mph sprints, the Black-tailed Jackrabbit is an ...
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Cynomys ludovicianus
The charismatic socialites of the American Great Plains, black-tailed prairie dogs are famous for their complex 'town...
Black-tailed Skimmer
Orthetrum cancellatum
A master of the sunny shoreline, the Black-tailed Skimmer is famous for its powder-blue color and its unique habit of...
Black-tailed Trogon
Trogon melanurus
A hidden gem of the Amazonian lowlands, the Black-tailed Trogon is defined by its shimmering green back and brilliant...
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