Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Dainty Swallowtail
Papilio anactus
A striking native Australian butterfly, the Dainty Swallowtail brings a splash of monochrome elegance and red-spotted...
Dall's Porpoise
Phocoenoides dalli
The fastest porpoise in the world, the Dall's Porpoise is a high-energy acrobat of the North Pacific, recognizable by...
Dalmatian Pelican
Pelecanus crispus
The Dalmatian Pelican is an avian heavyweight with a prehistoric silhouette and a magnificent 'curly' crest. As one o...
dame's rocket
Hesperis matronalis
Often mistaken for wild phlox, Dame's rocket is a fragrant powerhouse that transforms evening gardens into a sensory ...
Damson
Prunus insititia
A treasure of the temperate garden, the Damson tree offers a spectacular display of spring blossoms followed by a bou...
dangleberry
Gaylussacia frondosa
The Dangleberry is an elegant native shrub of the Eastern US, cherished for its pendulous blue fruit and stunning ora...
Dark Bush-cricket
Pholidoptera griseoaptera
The Dark Bush-cricket is a master of the garden undergrowth, known for its flightless agility and its sharp, rhythmic...
Dark Cerulean
Jamides bochus
A flash of metallic blue in the tropical sun, the Dark Cerulean is one of the most vibrant members of the 'Blues' fam...
Dark Dusky Rockfish
Sebastes ciliatus
A social master of the North Pacific kelp forests, the Dark Dusky Rockfish is a long-lived sentinel of the deep, know...
Dark-eyed Junco
Junco hyemalis
Often called the 'Snowbird,' the Dark-eyed Junco is a charming and social sparrow that signals the change of seasons....
Dark-sided Chorus Frog
Microhyla heymonsi
A master of the forest floor, the Dark-sided Chorus Frog is a tiny powerhouse known for its bold 'racing stripes' and...
Daruma Pond Frog
Pelophylax porosus
A stout and spirited jumper endemic to Japan, the Daruma Pond Frog is the iconic voice of the traditional rice paddy....
Darwin's Fox
Lycalopex fulvipes
The Darwin's Fox is one of the rarest and most elusive canids on Earth, a tiny forest dweller found only in the misty...
Daurian Jackdaw
Coloeus dauuricus
A social genius of the East Asian skies, the Daurian Jackdaw stands out with its unique 'panda-like' plumage and shar...
Davidson's Penstemon
Penstemon davidsonii
A hardy alpine treasure, Davidson's Penstemon paints the rocky heights of the West with vibrant violet blooms. This l...
Deacon Rockfish
Sebastes diaconus
The Deacon Rockfish is a master of the Pacific's kelp forests, known for forming massive, charcoal-colored schools th...
Deepwater Sculpin
Myoxocephalus thompsonii
A mysterious ghost of the Ice Age, the Deepwater Sculpin thrives in the freezing, pitch-black depths of North America...
deer fern
Struthiopteris spicant
A resilient evergreen of the forest floor, the deer fern is easily identified by its unique 'ladder-style' leaves and...
Definite Tussock Moth
Orgyia definita
With its iconic yellow 'tussocks' and unusual life cycle, the Definite Tussock Moth is a miniature masterpiece of the...
Deli Little Pygmy Frog
Micryletta inornata
Meet the Deli Little Pygmy Frog, a miniature marvel of the Sumatran rainforest. This 'narrow-mouthed' specialist is s...
Delta Smelt
Hypomesus transpacificus
The Delta Smelt is the 'canary in the coal mine' for California's water health. This tiny, translucent resident of th...
Demoiselle Crane
Grus virgo
The Demoiselle Crane is the smallest and most elegant member of the crane family, known for its breathtaking migratio...
Deppe's Squirrel
Sciurus deppei
A small, agile resident of Central American forests, Deppe's Squirrel is easily recognized by its olive-brown coat an...
Desert Cottontail
Sylvilagus audubonii
The Desert Cottontail is the ultimate arid-land survivor, known for its iconic white tail and its ability to disappea...
Desert Warthog
Phacochoerus aethiopicus
A specialist of the Horn of Africa's most rugged terrain, the Desert Warthog is a master of survival. Identifiable by...
desert willow
Chilopsis linearis
A hardy desert survivor with a soft side, the desert willow dazzles with orchid-like blooms and provides a vital oasi...
Devil Scorpionfish
Scorpaenopsis diabolus
The Devil Scorpionfish is the reef's most patient ghost, a venomous master of disguise that can vanish in plain sight...
Devil Stinger
Inimicus didactylus
A master of mimicry and a venomous marvel, the Devil Stinger 'walks' across the ocean floor on specialized fins. This...
devil's walkingstick
Aralia spinosa
A prehistoric-looking native shrub, the devil's walkingstick is a magnet for pollinators and a fortress for songbirds...
Diamond Dove
Geopelia cuneata
Meet the Diamond Dove, a tiny, desert-dwelling gem of the Australian outback. With its shimmering spotted wings and v...
diamond-flowers
Stenaria nigricans
The Diamond-flower is a resilient gem of the American prairie, turning harsh, rocky barrens into shimmering carpets o...
Diamond Stingray
Hypanus dipterurus
The Diamond Stingray is a graceful architect of the Pacific seafloor, known for its sharp angular shape and incredibl...
Diamond Trevally
Scyris indica
A shimmering jewel of the Indo-Pacific, the Diamond Trevally captivates with its mirror-like skin and majestic, trail...
Diamondback Spittlebug
Lepyronia quadrangularis
Master of the 'cuckoo spit' and an incredible jumper, the Diamondback Spittlebug is a hidden gem of the backyard inse...
Diana guenon
Cercopithecus diana
The Diana guenon is the regal sentinel of the West African canopy, instantly recognizable by its striking white beard...
Dickcissel
Spiza americana
Often called the 'miniature meadowlark,' the Dickcissel is a vibrant icon of the American grasslands. With its bright...
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