Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Cabbage Moth
Mamestra brassicae
A master of nocturnal camouflage, the Cabbage Moth is a resilient and highly adaptable visitor to backyards across Eu...
Cabbage Whitefly
Aleyrodes proletella
The Cabbage Whitefly is the snowy ghost of the vegetable patch. Though tiny, these resilient insects can turn a singl...
Cackling Goose
Branta hutchinsii
Often mistaken for a miniature Canada Goose, the Cackling Goose is a hardy Arctic traveler with a big personality. Di...
Cacomistle
Bassariscus sumichrasti
A master of the tropical canopy, the Cacomistle is a ring-tailed acrobat that haunts the high jungles of Central Amer...
Caesar Grunt
Haemulon carbonarium
Meet the bronze-striped socialite of the Atlantic reefs. Known for its nocturnal hunts and distinct grunting calls, t...
Calico Pennant
Celithemis elisa
A miniature masterpiece of the wetlands, the Calico Pennant stands out with its stained-glass wing patterns and its h...
Calico Rockfish
Sebastes dallii
A master of cryptic camouflage, the Calico Rockfish dances through the shadows of California's kelp forests. This sma...
calico scale
Eulecanium cerasorum
A striking but stealthy garden resident, the Calico Scale is easily identified by the ornate white-and-brown pattern ...
California Bumble Bee
Bombus californicus
The California Bumble Bee is a vital western pollinator recognizable by its unusually long face and gentle nature. On...
California Butterfly Ray
Gymnura marmorata
With a wingspan that rivals a small bird and a stunning marbled coat, the California Butterfly Ray is the hidden gem ...
California Condor
Gymnogyps californianus
Witness the return of a prehistoric giant. With a ten-foot wingspan and a remarkable survival story, the California C...
California Gnatcatcher
Polioptila californica
Meet the 'kitten of the scrub,' a tiny gray acrobat that calls the rare coastal sage of California home. With its coc...
California Ground Squirrel
Otospermophilus beecheyi
The California Ground Squirrel is the West's most famous burrower, known for its complex social lives and incredible ...
California Grunion
Leuresthes tenuis
Witness the silver tide! The California Grunion is a remarkable fish that leaves the ocean to dance on the sand durin...
California Gull
Larus californicus
The iconic bird of the American West, the California Gull is a master of adaptation, famous for its historic role in ...
California poppy
Eschscholzia californica
The California poppy is a vibrant symbol of the West, painting hillsides in brilliant shades of gold and orange. This...
California Quail
Callipepla californica
The iconic state bird of California, this charismatic quail is beloved for its nodding topknot and social 'Chicago' c...
California Red-legged Frog
Rana draytonii
Once a staple of the Gold Rush era, this iconic California native is the largest frog in the West. Known for its incr...
California Scrub-Jay
Aphelocoma californica
Meet the California Scrub-Jay, the intelligent and bold acrobat of the West. Known for its striking blue plumage and ...
California Sea Lion
Zalophus californianus
The athletic 'sentinel of the shore,' the California Sea Lion is a social powerhouse known for its loud barks and inc...
California Sheephead
Bodianus pulcher
A striking master of transformation, the California Sheephead is the vibrant guardian of the Pacific kelp forests. Kn...
California Skate
Caliraja inornata
A master of seafloor camouflage, the California Skate glides gracefully through Pacific coastal waters, leaving behin...
California Spiny Lobster
Panulirus interruptus
The California Spiny Lobster is the 'red ghost' of the Pacific kelp forests. Lacking the heavy claws of its Atlantic ...
California Thrasher
Toxostoma redivivum
A shy virtuoso of the chaparral, the California Thrasher is famous for its scythe-like bill and incredible talent for...
California Towhee
Melozone crissalis
The California Towhee is the loyal guardian of the Western garden. Known for its rich cinnamon accents and rhythmic g...
Campbell's Monkey
Cercopithecus campbelli
The Campbell's Monkey is a master of the West African canopy, known for its complex 'language' and striking white bro...
Campo Flicker
Colaptes campestris
A striking, golden-necked woodpecker that prefers the grass to the trees. The Campo Flicker is a social, ground-dwell...
Canada Goose
Branta canadensis
The Canada Goose is the ultimate suburban survivor, recognized globally for its iconic 'V' flight formations and fier...
Canada Jay
Perisoreus canadensis
Meet the bold 'Whisky Jack' of the boreal forest. Known for its incredible intelligence and friendly nature, the Cana...
Canada Lynx
Lynx canadensis
A ghost of the northern woods, the Canada lynx is a master of the subarctic wilderness. Known for its oversized snows...
Canada mayflower
Maianthemum canadense
Often called 'Wild Lily-of-the-Valley,' this charming forest dweller blankets the woodland floor with glossy heart-sh...
Canada Warbler
Cardellina canadensis
Known for its striking black-streaked 'necklace' and vibrant yellow breast, the Canada Warbler is a master of the for...
Canadian bunchberry
Cornus canadensis
The Canadian bunchberry is the sparkling jewel of the northern forest floor, known for its elegant white 'blooms' and...
Canadian wild ginger
Asarum canadense
A secretive treasure of the North American woodland, Canadian wild ginger blankets the forest floor with velvety hear...
Canary Rockfish
Sebastes pinniger
A vibrant splash of sunset orange in the deep blue Pacific, the Canary Rockfish is a long-lived marvel of the kelp fo...
Cane Toad
Rhinella marina
The Cane Toad is a heavyweight of the amphibian world, known for its incredible adaptability and powerful toxic defen...
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