Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Eared Dove
Zenaida auriculata
South America's most common dove, the Eared Dove is a master of adaptation, famous for its gentle coo and the elegant...
Eared Grebe
Podiceps nigricollis
With their fiery red eyes and golden 'ear' fans, Eared Grebes are the jewels of the marsh. Watch as these master dive...
Eared Quetzal
Euptilotis neoxenus
A hidden gem of the mountain canyons, the Eared Quetzal dazzles with its emerald back and brilliant red breast. This ...
Early Dog-violet
Viola reichenbachiana
An elegant purple herald of the spring equinox, the Early Dog-violet thrives in the dappled shade of ancient woods. I...
Early Forget-me-not
Myosotis ramosissima
One of the first splashes of color in the spring, the Early Forget-me-not is a tiny but resilient wildflower. Its sky...
East African Oryx
Oryx beisa
With its rapier-like horns and striking monochrome mask, the East African Oryx is the ultimate desert survivor. Often...
East Asian finless porpoise
Neophocaena sunameri
Meet the 'smiling' phantom of the East Asian coast. This dorsal-finless wonder is a master of the shallows, weaving t...
East Atlantic Peacock Wrasse
Symphodus tinca
The East Atlantic Peacock Wrasse is the Mediterranean's living rainbow. With its kaleidoscopic colors and inquisitive...
East Coast Rock Lobster
Panulirus homarus
A master of the surf zone, the East Coast Rock Lobster is a vibrant, spiny inhabitant of Indo-Pacific rocky reefs. Wa...
Eastern Black Carpenter Ant
Camponotus pennsylvanicus
The Eastern Black Carpenter Ant is the heavyweight of the North American insect world. A master of social organizatio...
Eastern Blacknose Dace
Rhinichthys atratulus
A shimmering icon of the eastern mountain stream, the Eastern Blacknose Dace is known for its lightning-fast movement...
Eastern Bluebird
Sialia sialis
A flash of brilliant azure in the garden, the Eastern Bluebird is a symbol of spring and one of North America's most ...
Eastern Bonelli's Warbler
Phylloscopus orientalis
A hidden gem of the Balkan woodlands, the Eastern Bonelli's Warbler is a master of the canopy. With its silky white p...
Eastern Carpenter Bee
Xylocopa virginica
Often mistaken for oversized bumblebees, the Eastern Carpenter Bee is a master woodworker and vital pollinator. Recog...
Eastern Chipmunk
Tamias striatus
The Eastern Chipmunk is a tireless worker of the forest floor, easily recognized by its bold stripes and rhythmic 'ch...
Eastern Cicada-killer Wasp
Sphecius speciosus
The Eastern Cicada-killer is one of North America's largest and most misunderstood wasps. A solitary giant, this fasc...
Eastern Cottontail
Sylvilagus floridanus
With its signature fluffy white tail and nervous twitch, the Eastern Cottontail is the quintessential backyard mammal...
Eastern Crested Guineafowl
Guttera pucherani
With its wild 'mop-top' of curly black feathers and striking blue face, the Eastern Crested Guineafowl is the punk-ro...
Eastern Deermouse
Peromyscus maniculatus
With its oversized ears and striking white underbelly, the Eastern Deermouse is the most common—and charming—nocturna...
Eastern Elliptio
Elliptio complanata
The quiet guardian of our waterways, the Eastern Elliptio is North America's most common freshwater mussel. Its beaut...
Eastern Floater
Pyganodon cataracta
The Eastern Floater is the unsung hero of our waterways, a master filter-feeder that cleans our ponds while moving si...
Eastern Fortescue
Centropogon australis
A hidden gem of the Australian coastline, the Eastern Fortescue is a tiny titan of camouflage. Equipped with venomous...
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Sciurus niger
Meet the heavyweight champion of the tree squirrel world. With their vibrant orange bellies and clever personalities,...
Eastern Gorilla
Gorilla beringei
The Eastern Gorilla is the world's largest living primate, a gentle giant reigning over the misty forests of Central ...
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
The clever architect of the eastern forests, the Eastern Gray Squirrel is a master of memory and agility. From its ac...
Eastern Hercules Beetle
Dynastes tityus
A prehistoric titan of the backyard, the Eastern Hercules Beetle impresses with its massive size and remarkable color...
Eastern-Japanese Common Toad
Bufo formosus
A stoic guardian of Japanese gardens, the Eastern-Japanese Common Toad is a master of camouflage and a nocturnal pest...
Eastern King Prawn
Penaeus plebejus
A master of the Australian coastline, the Eastern King Prawn is famous for its striking blue-tipped tail and its epic...
Eastern Kingbird
Tyrannus tyrannus
Meet the 'tyrant' of the backyard—a sleek, monochromatic flycatcher known for its fearless attitude and remarkable ae...
Eastern Lampmussel
Lampsilis radiata
A master of disguise beneath the surface, the Eastern Lampmussel uses a lifelike 'fishing lure' to ensure the next ge...
Eastern Meadow Vole
Microtus pennsylvanicus
The Eastern Meadow Vole is a master of the 'hidden highway,' building intricate tunnel networks beneath the grass. A ...
Eastern Meadowlark
Sturnella magna
With its brilliant yellow breast and melodic, flute-like song, the Eastern Meadowlark is the golden crown of the Amer...
Eastern Mexican Spiny-Tailed Iguana
Ctenosaura acanthura
With its armored tail and prehistoric silhouette, the Eastern Mexican Spiny-Tailed Iguana is a charismatic relic of t...
Eastern Mole
Scalopus aquaticus
The Eastern Mole is a subterranean powerhouse, capable of excavating 15 feet of tunnel in a single hour. While rarely...
Eastern Mosquitofish
Gambusia holbrooki
A tiny, tenacious live-bearer, the Eastern Mosquitofish is the ultimate natural pest controller, patrolling the water...
Eastern Mudminnow
Umbra pygmaea
A resilient survivor of the swamps, the Eastern Mudminnow is a master of camouflage that can breathe air and vanish i...
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