Wildlife Species Library

Insects

Chalkhill Blue

Polyommatus coridon

A shimmer of silver against the green, the Chalkhill Blue is a master of the limestone downs. This delicate butterfly...

Birds

Changeable Hawk-Eagle

Nisaetus cirrhatus

The ultimate forest chameleon, the Changeable Hawk-Eagle is a master of the 'sit-and-wait' ambush. With its striking ...

Wildflowers

Changing Forget-me-not

Myosotis discolor

Witness nature's color-shifting magic in your own backyard. The Changing Forget-me-not is a delicate wildflower that ...

Birds

Channel-billed Toucan

Ramphastos vitellinus

With its iconic channeled bill and striking blue eye-rings, the Channel-billed Toucan is the colorful spirit of the S...

Fish

Channel Catfish

Ictalurus punctatus

The Channel Catfish is North America's most popular and widespread catfish, known for its sleek spotted body and impr...

Birds

Charming Hummingbird

Polyerata decora

A glittering jewel of the Pacific lowlands, the Charming Hummingbird dazzles with its violet-blue crown and spirited ...

Wildflowers

checkered rattlesnake plantain

Goodyera tesselata

Meet the checkered rattlesnake plantain, a secretive woodland orchid with stunning 'snake-skin' leaves that stays gre...

Birds

Checkered Woodpecker

Veniliornis mixtus

A small but striking carpenter of the South American woodlands, the Checkered Woodpecker is famous for its bold 'ladd...

Mammals

Cheetah

Acinonyx jubatus

Witness the incredible elegance of the Cheetah, the fastest land animal on the planet. Built for speed and precision,...

Wildflowers

Chelan Penstemon

Penstemon pruinosus

A gem of the Pacific Northwest shrub-steppe, the Chelan Penstemon stands out with its 'frosted' blue foliage and elec...

Marine Life

Chenille Weed

Dasya pedicellata

A masterpiece of marine lace, Chenille Weed transforms the shallows into a vibrant crimson garden. Its soft, pipe-cle...

Insects

Cherry-faced Meadowhawk

Sympetrum internum

A vibrant crimson hunter of the late summer, the Cherry-faced Meadowhawk adds a splash of brilliant red to northern w...

Trees & Shrubs

Cherry-plum

Prunus cerasifera

A herald of the changing seasons, the Cherry-plum offers a spectacular display of early blossoms and a summer bounty ...

Birds

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

Poecile rufescens

The Chestnut-backed Chickadee is a tiny, russet-colored acrobat that brings life to the evergreen forests of the Paci...

Birds

Chestnut-capped Brushfinch

Arremon brunneinucha

A vibrant gem of the Neotropical undergrowth, the Chestnut-capped Brushfinch is famous for its bold 'red-headed' appe...

Birds

Chestnut-capped Warbler

Basileuterus delattrii

A restless sprite of the Central American thickets, the Chestnut-capped Warbler stands out with its fiery facial mark...

Insects

Chestnut Carpenter Ant

Camponotus castaneus

With their glowing orange bodies and impressive size, Chestnut Carpenter Ants are the hidden gems of the night-time b...

Insects

Chestnut cockchafer

Melolontha hippocastani

A woodland relative of the famous Maybug, the Chestnut cockchafer is a herald of spring known for its rich reddish-br...

Birds

Chestnut-eared Aracari

Pteroglossus castanotis

A social and striking member of the toucan family, the Chestnut-eared Aracari is famous for its vibrant yellow breast...

Birds

Chestnut-fronted Macaw

Ara severus

One of the largest 'mini-macaws,' the Chestnut-fronted Macaw combines the bold personality of its giant cousins with ...

Birds

Chestnut-headed Oropendola

Psarocolius wagleri

A master of the tropical canopy, the Chestnut-headed Oropendola is famous for its intricate hanging nests and mechani...

Fish

Chestnut Lamprey

Ichthyomyzon castaneus

An ancient, jawless survivor of North American rivers, the Chestnut Lamprey is a marvel of prehistoric evolution. Fro...

Birds

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

A vibrant gem of the shrublands, the Chestnut-sided Warbler is easily recognized by its golden crown and rich reddish...

Wildflowers

chicory

Cichorium intybus

A resilient traveler with blossoms the color of a summer sky, Chicory is more than just a roadside weed—it's a mornin...

Birds

Chiguanco Thrush

Turdus chiguanco

A quintessential Andean songbird, the Chiguanco Thrush is as famous for its rich, fluting song as it is for its bold,...

Birds

Chihuahuan Raven

Corvus cryptoleucus

A master of the desert sky, the Chihuahuan Raven is the 'white-necked' ghost of the arid Southwest. Intelligent and h...

Birds

Chilean Flamingo

Phoenicopterus chilensis

The Chilean Flamingo is the socialite of the South American wetlands, recognizable by its unique 'pink knees' and syn...

Birds

Chilean Flicker

Colaptes pitius

The Chilean Flicker is a charismatic, ground-dwelling woodpecker native to the temperate forests and fields of Chile ...

Fish

Chilean jack mackerel

Trachurus murphyi

The Chilean jack mackerel is the silver engine of the South Pacific, forming massive shimmering schools that traverse...

Birds

Chilean Mockingbird

Mimus thenca

Meet the 'Tenca,' Chile's premier avian impersonator. With its long tail and legendary singing voice, this charismati...

Birds

Chilean Skua

Stercorarius chilensis

The Chilean Skua is the bold, cinnamon-chested pirate of the Patagonian coast. Known for its fearless nature and aeri...

Fish

Chilipepper

Sebastes goodei

A vibrant splash of red in the deep blue, the Chilipepper rockfish is a social deep-sea species known for its schooli...

Mammals

Chilla

Lycalopex grisea

The Chilla is a master of the Patagonian wilderness, a grizzled survivor that navigates everything from arid deserts ...

Birds

Chiloe Wigeon

Mareca sibilatrix

The Chiloé Wigeon is a stunning, whistling waterfowl native to the southern tip of South America. With its brilliant ...

Mammals

Chimpanzee

Pan troglodytes

Meet our closest living relatives, the brilliant and social architects of the African rainforest. From intricate tool...

Fish

China Rockfish

Sebastes nebulosus

Defined by its bold golden stripe and stoic personality, the China Rockfish is a masterpiece of the Pacific reef. Thi...