Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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MacGillivray's Warbler
Geothlypis tolmiei
The hidden gem of the undergrowth, the MacGillivray's Warbler rewards patient observers with its striking slate-gray ...
Mackerel Tuna
Euthynnus affinis
The Mackerel Tuna is a silver lightning bolt of the coastline, known for its incredible speed and distinctive wavy pa...
Madagascar Palm
Pachypodium lamerei
A silver-armored survivor from the dry forests of Madagascar, this striking succulent brings a prehistoric, architect...
Madeira Firecrest
Regulus madeirensis
The Madeira Firecrest is a tiny, energetic jewel found only on the island of Madeira. With its brilliant fiery crown ...
Magellanic Cormorant
Leucocarbo magellanicus
With its striking red eye patches and elegant black-and-white plumage, the Magellanic Cormorant is a jewel of the rug...
Magellanic Penguin
Spheniscus magellanicus
The dapper diplomat of the southern shores, the Magellanic Penguin is a master of both the deep sea and the rugged Pa...
Magellanic Woodpecker
Campephilus magellanicus
The undisputed king of the Patagonian forests, the Magellanic Woodpecker is a prehistoric-looking giant known for its...
Magnificent Frigatebird
Fregata magnificens
Witness the pirate of the clouds, a master of flight that can stay airborne for weeks. With a massive seven-foot wing...
Magnolia scale
Neolecanium cornuparvum
Often mistaken for plant buds, the Magnolia scale is a giant among scale insects. These sap-sucking specialists creat...
Magnolia Warbler
Setophaga magnolia
A striking visitor of the migration seasons, the Magnolia Warbler dazzles with its 'necklace' of black streaks and br...
Magpie Perch
Pseudogoniistius nigripes
The tuxedo-clad resident of the southern reefs, the Magpie Perch is as curious as it is colorful. Known for 'standing...
Maguari Stork
Ciconia maguari
The Maguari Stork is the elegant giant of the South American pampas. With its striking white plumage and piercing red...
Mahogany Snapper
Lutjanus mahogoni
A nocturnal gem of the coastal reefs, the Mahogany Snapper is easily recognized by its namesake reddish tint and bold...
Malabar Parakeet
Psittacula columboides
A hidden gem of the Western Ghats, the Malabar Parakeet dazzles with its smoky grey plumage and vibrant blue wings. T...
Malabar Sacred Langur
Semnopithecus hypoleucos
Recognizable by its striking black 'socks' and silver-gray coat, the Malabar Sacred Langur is a majestic primate of I...
Mallard
Anas platyrhynchos
The world's most recognizable wild duck, the Mallard is a vibrant and social neighbor. Whether tipping up in a pond o...
Mandarin Duck
Aix galericulata
Often called the world's most beautiful duck, the Mandarin Duck is a living masterpiece of color and grace. Discover ...
Maned Wolf
Chrysocyon brachyurus
The 'fox on stilts' of South America, the Maned Wolf is a solitary, fruit-eating canine that roams the golden grassla...
Mangrove Hummingbird
Chrysuronia boucardi
A glittering emerald found nowhere else on the planet, the Mangrove Hummingbird is a rare coastal treasure of Costa R...
Mangrove Tree Crab
Aratus pisonii
The ultimate arboreal acrobat of the coast, the Mangrove Tree Crab is a tiny powerhouse that lives its life high abov...
Mangrove Whipray
Urogymnus granulatus
The Mangrove Whipray is a master of camouflage, sporting a 'galaxy' of white speckles across its charcoal-colored bac...
Manx Shearwater
Puffinus puffinus
A master of the Atlantic winds, the Manx Shearwater travels from the coast of Wales to South America and back, living...
Many-banded Aracari
Pteroglossus pluricinctus
A social and striking member of the toucan family, the Many-banded Aracari is famous for its double-banded belly and ...
Mapleleaf
Quadrula quadrula
A silent guardian of our waterways, the Mapleleaf mussel is a master of filtration with a shell that looks like a pie...
Marabou Stork
Leptoptilos crumenifer
Often called the 'Undertaker Bird' for its somber, cloaked appearance, the Marabou Stork is a prehistoric-looking gia...
Marbled Godwit
Limosa fedoa
With its elegantly upturned bill and warm cinnamon plumage, the Marbled Godwit is the crown jewel of the mudflats. Th...
Marbled Murrelet
Brachyramphus marmoratus
A mysterious bridge between the deep sea and the ancient forest, the Marbled Murrelet is a rare treasure of the Pacif...
Marbled Torpedo
Torpedo marmorata
The Marbled Torpedo is the ocean's master of ambush, a bio-electric marvel that can vanish into the sand and deliver ...
Margay
Leopardus wiedii
Meet the 'Tree Ocelot,' a gravity-defying feline that spends its life navigating the high canopy with the agility of ...
marginal wood fern
Dryopteris marginalis
A resilient evergreen anchor of the forest floor, the marginal wood fern is named for the unique placement of its spo...
Margined Burying Beetle
Nicrophorus marginatus
Meet the 'sexton' of the insect world, a colorful recycler that performs a vital role in our ecosystems. With its bri...
Margined Flyingfish
Cheilopogon cyanopterus
Witness the spectacular gliders of the deep blue sea. The Margined Flyingfish is an iridescent acrobat capable of soa...
Maroon-bellied Parakeet
Pyrrhura frontalis
Meet the charming Maroon-bellied Parakeet, a social acrobat of the South American canopy. Known for its playful perso...
marsh blue violet
Viola cucullata
A vibrant herald of spring, the marsh blue violet transforms soggy garden corners into a sea of deep purple. This 'ho...
Marsh Bluet
Enallagma ebrium
A jewel of the wetlands, the Marsh Bluet brings a flash of brilliant sky-blue to backyard ponds. This delicate damsel...
Marsh Frog
Pelophylax ridibundus
The Marsh Frog is the undisputed heavyweight of the European pond world. Known for its boisterous 'laughing' call and...
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