Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Showing 73-108 of 158 species
Emperor Angelfish
Pomacanthus imperator
With its mesmerizing neon stripes and iconic bandit mask, the Emperor Angelfish is the undisputed royalty of the cora...
Empress Brilliant
Heliodoxa imperatrix
A crown jewel of the Andean cloud forests, the Empress Brilliant is a large, striking hummingbird known for its shimm...
Emu
Dromaius novaehollandiae
Australia's tallest native bird is a wonder of the outback, known for its powerful legs, inquisitive nature, and incr...
Endler's Livebearer
Poecilia wingei
A living jewel of the Venezuelan lagoons, the Endler's Livebearer is a tiny marvel of evolution, boasting neon colors...
Endracht Hardyhead
Atherinomorus endrachtensis
A shimmering jewel of the Indo-Pacific shallows, the Endracht Hardyhead moves in spectacular, coordinated schools. Th...
Epaulet Oriole
Icterus cayanensis
With its sleek jet-black plumage and brilliant golden shoulders, the Epaulet Oriole is a master of contrast in the So...
Epaulette Shark
Hemiscyllium ocellatum
Famed for its ability to 'walk' on land and survive in oxygen-starved pools, the epaulette shark is a master of the t...
Epistylis
Campanella umbellaria
Step into the microscopic world to discover Campanella umbellaria, a stunning colonial organism that looks like a for...
Essex Skipper
Thymelicus lineola
A shimmering golden dart of the summer meadow, the Essex Skipper is a master of the 'quick-skip' flight. Often hiding...
Estuarine Stonefish
Synanceia horrida
The Estuarine Stonefish is the world's most venomous fish and a true phantom of the shallows. Blending seamlessly int...
Estuarine Triplefin
Forsterygion nigripenne
A resilient native of New Zealand's coastlines, the Estuarine Triplefin is a master of the intertidal zone. Known for...
Ethiopian Wolf
Canis simensis
Meet Africa's most endangered carnivore, a specialized highland hunter found only in the peaks of Ethiopia. With its ...
Eufala Skipper
Lerodea eufala
The Eufala Skipper is a master of camouflage and a marathon traveler. Though it blends seamlessly into the grasses of...
Euglena gracilis
Euglena gracilis
The ultimate shape-shifter of the pond world, Euglena gracilis blurs the line between plant and animal. Watch this mi...
Euglena oxyuris
Lepocinclis oxyuris
A giant of the microscopic world, Euglena oxyuris is a stunning green flagellate that bridges the gap between plant a...
Euglena sanguinea
Euglena sanguinea
Witness the microscopic magic that turns local ponds a brilliant shade of crimson. Euglena sanguinea is a shape-shift...
Euglena spirogyra
Lepocinclis spirogyroides
Step into the hidden world of the pond with Euglena spirogyra, a microscopic marvel featuring a stunning spiraled she...
Euglena viridis
Euglena viridis
The shape-shifting green marvel of your garden pond. Euglena viridis is a microscopic powerhouse that acts like both ...
Eulachon
Thaleichthys pacificus
The eulachon is the shimmering 'candlefish' of the Pacific, a tiny but mighty smelt that fuels an entire coastal ecos...
Euonymus Scale
Unaspis euonymi
Tiny but transformative, the Euonymus Scale is a master of camouflage that can encrust entire garden shrubs. Discover...
Eurasian Bittern
Botaurus stellaris
A master of camouflage hidden within the golden reeds, the Eurasian Bittern is a secretive marvel of the wetlands. Kn...
Eurasian Blackcap
Sylvia atricapilla
With its soulful, fluting song and stylish 'skull cap,' the Eurasian Blackcap is the crown jewel of the European gard...
Eurasian Bullfinch
Pyrrhula pyrrhula
Admired for its vibrant rose-red breast and distinctive jet-black cap, the Eurasian Bullfinch is a crown jewel of the...
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Streptopelia decaocto
A graceful and highly adaptable visitor, the Eurasian Collared-Dove is instantly recognizable by its soothing coo and...
Eurasian Coot
Fulica atra
Recognizable by its coal-black plumage and stark white 'shield,' the Eurasian Coot is a feisty and fascinating waterb...
Eurasian Curlew
Numenius arquata
The Eurasian Curlew is the undisputed monarch of the marshlands, instantly recognizable by its elegant, scimitar-shap...
Eurasian Goshawk
Astur gentilis
The Eurasian Goshawk is the 'phantom of the forest,' a master of high-speed aerial maneuvers and stealthy ambushes. D...
Eurasian Griffon
Gyps fulvus
The Eurasian Griffon is a majestic master of the mountain thermals, boasting a wingspan that can reach nearly nine fe...
Eurasian Hobby
Falco subbuteo
The Eurasian Hobby is a master of the summer skies, a sleek and slender falcon known for its incredible aerial acroba...
Eurasian Jackdaw
Coloeus monedula
The Eurasian Jackdaw is the dapper, silver-eyed intellectual of the corvid family. Known for their complex social liv...
Eurasian Jay
Garrulus glandarius
With its signature electric blue wing patches and raspy call, the Eurasian Jay is the most colorful member of the cro...
Eurasian Kestrel
Falco tinnunculus
The Eurasian Kestrel is a master of the air, famous for its ability to hover perfectly still while hunting. This char...
Eurasian Linnet
Linaria cannabina
A social finch with a song as bright as its plumage, the Eurasian Linnet is a delight of the open countryside. Watch ...
Eurasian Lynx
Lynx lynx
The Eurasian Lynx is Europe's largest wild cat, a silent shadow with iconic ear tufts and paws designed for the deep ...
Eurasian Magpie
Pica pica
The Eurasian Magpie is the intelligent, iridescent jewel of the backyard. Known for their striking monochrome plumage...
Eurasian Oystercatcher
Haematopus ostralegus
With its neon-orange bill and dapper black-and-white tuxedo, the Eurasian Oystercatcher is a bold and noisy highlight...
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