Wildlife Species Library

Birds

Jabiru

Jabiru mycteria

The Jabiru is a prehistoric-looking giant that reigns over the wetlands of the Americas. With its massive wingspan an...

Fish

Jack Silverside

Atherinopsis californiensis

A shimmering icon of the Pacific coast, the Jack Silverside is a master of the nearshore waters. With their brilliant...

Mammals

Jaguar

Panthera onca

The undisputed king of the American jungle, the jaguar is a master of stealth, strength, and aquatic prowess. To capt...

Mammals

Jaguarundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Often mistaken for a large weasel or a miniature panther, the Jaguarundi is one of the most unique and elusive wild c...

Birds

Jamaican Mango

Anthracothorax mango

A jewel of the Caribbean, the Jamaican Mango is a large, iridescent hummingbird endemic to the island of Jamaica. Kno...

Mammals

Jameson's Red Rockhare

Pronolagus randensis

A secretive specialist of the Southern African hills, Jameson's Red Rockhare is a master of camouflage and agility. F...

Birds

James's Flamingo

Phoenicoparrus jamesi

A high-altitude specialist with striking carmine feathers and a bright yellow bill, James’s Flamingo is a rare jewel ...

Birds

Jandaya Parakeet

Aratinga jandaya

An explosion of tropical color, the Jandaya Parakeet is the golden jewel of the Brazilian woods. Known for its fiery ...

Insects

Japanese Beetle

Popillia japonica

A shimmering jewel of the garden with a voracious appetite, the Japanese Beetle is a master of social feeding. While ...

Amphibians

Japanese Brown Frog

Rana japonica

Meet the elegant 'harbinger of spring,' a slender jumper known for its striking copper color and incredible ability t...

Trees & Shrubs

Japanese Cinnamon

Cinnamomum yabunikkei

A fragrant cornerstone of East Asian forests, the Japanese Cinnamon is a haven for pollinators and a winter pantry fo...

Wildflowers

Japanese Iris

Iris sanguinea

Transform your garden into a regal display with the deep violet hues and elegant architecture of the Japanese Iris. A...

Mammals

Japanese Macaque

Macaca fuscata

Meet the world's most cold-hardy primate, the Japanese Macaque. Famous for their love of hot springs and complex soci...

Trees & Flora

Japanese Persimmon

Diospyros kaki

A majestic ornamental tree famous for its 'honey-heart' fruits that persist through the winter. The Japanese Persimmo...

Fish

Japanese Pond Smelt

Hypomesus nipponensis

A shimmering gem of the cool northern waters, the Japanese Pond Smelt is a master of the underwater dance. These tran...

Birds

Japanese Sparrowhawk

Tachyspiza gularis

A pint-sized powerhouse of the canopy, the Japanese Sparrowhawk is a master of high-speed forest ambushes. Spot this ...

Amphibians

Japanese stream toad

Bufo torrenticola

The Japanese stream toad is a master of the mountains, uniquely adapted to the rushing white-water rivers of Honshū. ...

Amphibians

Japanese Tree Frog

Dryophytes japonicus

The Japanese Tree Frog is a master of camouflage and a legendary survivor of the cold. These charismatic climbers bri...

Birds

Japanese Waxwing

Bombycilla japonica

The Japanese Waxwing is a stunning, nomadic visitor known for its elegant crest and vibrant red-tipped tail. Spotting...

Mammals

Javan Chevrotain

Tragulus javanicus

Meet the world's smallest hoofed mammal, a delicate 'toy' of the forest that looks like a deer but is the size of a r...

Mammals

Javan Lutung

Trachypithecus auratus

Meet the glossy acrobat of the Indonesian archipelago. Whether in their signature ebony coat or the rare golden morph...

Mammals

Javan Rhinoceros

Rhinoceros sondaicus

The rarest large mammal on Earth, the Javan Rhinoceros is a prehistoric wonder hidden within the dense jungles of Ind...

Mammals

Javan Rusa

Rusa timorensis

The Javan Rusa is a majestic and hardy deer, easily recognized by its coarse brown coat and the male's impressive thr...

Mammals

Javan Surili

Presbytis comata

A silver-grey ghost of the Indonesian canopy, the Javan Surili is one of Java's most iconic yet elusive primates. Wit...

Fish

Javanese Damselfish

Neoglyphidodon oxyodon

With its velvet-black body and electric blue accents, the Javanese Damselfish is a master of the shallow reef. Watch ...

Insects

Jet Ant

Lasius fuliginosus

The Jet Ant is the master architect of the woodland world, building reinforced fungal fortresses inside ancient trees...

Fish

Jewel Damsel

Stegastes lacrymatus

The sparkling sentinel of the Indo-Pacific, the Jewel Damselfish is a pint-sized powerhouse known for its sapphire sp...

Flowering Shrubs

Jungle flame

Ixora coccinea

A burst of tropical fire for your backyard, the Jungle Flame is more than just a beautiful shrub—it's a vibrant necta...

Insects

Juniper Scale

Carulaspis juniperi

Don't let their tiny size fool you—the Juniper Scale is a master of suburban camouflage. These armored invaders can t...

Birds

Juniper Titmouse

Baeolophus ridgwayi

A master of the high desert and pinyon-juniper woodlands, the Juniper Titmouse is a small bird with a big personality...