Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Showing 1-36 of 203 species
Pacific Barracuda
Sphyraena argentea
The 'Silver Streak' of the Pacific, this torpedo-shaped predator is a master of the kelp forest. Known for its incred...
Pacific Baza
Aviceda subcristata
Meet the 'Crested Hawk' of the canopy, a master of aerial acrobatics and stealthy foraging. With its striking barred ...
Pacific chorus frog
Pseudacris regilla
The quintessential 'voice of the West,' this tiny climber is famous for its Hollywood-standard 'rib-bit' call and its...
Pacific Chub Mackerel
Scomber japonicus
Meet the 'tiger of the sea,' a shimmering, high-speed traveler that brings the energy of the open ocean right to the ...
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Caranx caninus
Meet the powerhouse of the Pacific coast. The Pacific Crevalle Jack is a lightning-fast predator that turns the shore...
Pacific Dampwood Termite
Zootermopsis angusticollis
The Pacific Dampwood Termite is the giant of the termite world, a master of decomposition that thrives in the misty f...
Pacific Electric Ray
Tetronarce californica
The Pacific Electric Ray is the ocean's silent powerhouse, a master of ambush that uses bio-electricity to stun its p...
Pacific Forktail
Ischnura cervula
A tiny, electric-blue marvel of the western wetlands, the Pacific Forktail is the perfect subject for macro-wildlife ...
Pacific Golden-Plover
Pluvialis fulva
A golden-spangled marathon flyer that turns suburban lawns into its personal winter territory. This resilient shorebi...
Pacific Gregory
Plectroglyphidodon fasciolatus
Meet the feisty gardener of the reef. The Pacific Gregory is a small damselfish with a massive personality, known for...
Pacific Gull
Larus pacificus
The undisputed heavyweight of the Australian coastline, the Pacific Gull is a magnificent predator known for its mass...
Pacific Herring
Clupea pallasii
The silver pulse of the Pacific coast, these shimmering voyagers are the foundation of the marine ecosystem. Witness ...
Pacific Jack Mackerel
Trachurus symmetricus
The silver streak of the West Coast, the Pacific Jack Mackerel is a marvel of aquatic engineering. Known for their in...
Pacific Mole Crab
Hippa marmorata
A camouflage expert of the shoreline, the Pacific Mole Crab lives its life in reverse, dancing with the waves and dis...
Pacific Needlefish
Tylosurus pacificus
A silver arrow of the Eastern Pacific, the Pacific Needlefish is a master of the surface strike. With its needle-thin...
Pacific Parrotlet
Forpus coelestis
Often called 'Pocket Parrots,' the Pacific Parrotlet is a tiny bundle of energy with a personality far larger than it...
Pacific Purple Sea Urchin
Strongylocentrotus purpuratus
A vibrant purple sentinel of the Pacific shoreline, this spiny invertebrate is famous for its ability to carve its ow...
Pacific Reef Heron
Egretta sacra
The Pacific Reef Heron is a stoic sentinel of the shoreline, appearing in two striking color phases. Whether stalking...
Pacific Rock Crab
Romaleon antennarium
The heavy-hitter of the West Coast tide pools, the Pacific Rock Crab is a powerful predator recognizable by its brick...
Pacific Sand Crab
Emerita analoga
The invisible engineer of the shoreline, the Pacific Sand Crab lives its life in the blur of crashing waves and shift...
Pacific Sardine
Sardinops sagax
Experience the mesmerizing dance of the ocean’s silver nomads. From massive bait balls to shimmering coastal schools,...
Pacific Shrew
Sorex pacificus
The cinnamon-furred ghost of the Oregon undergrowth, the Pacific Shrew is a relentless hunter of the damp forest floo...
Pacific Sleeper Shark
Somniosus pacificus
Meet the ghost of the abyss, a massive deep-sea predator that thrives in the freezing darkness of the North Pacific. ...
Pacific Tuftedcheek
Pseudocolaptes johnsoni
A master of the misty Chocó cloud forests, the Pacific Tuftedcheek is a specialist of the canopy, known for its flamb...
Pacific White-sided Dolphin
Aethalodelphis obliquidens
The ultimate acrobat of the Pacific, this dolphin is known for its striking tri-color markings and its incredible dis...
Pacific Willow
Salix lasiandra
The Pacific Willow is a shimmering giant of the wetlands, recognized by its lustrous green leaves and vibrant reddish...
Pacific Wren
Troglodytes pacificus
A tiny powerhouse of the Pacific Northwest, the Pacific Wren is famous for its mouse-like movements and a song so lou...
Pacific yew
Taxus brevifolia
A hidden gem of the ancient forest, the Pacific yew is a resilient, slow-growing conifer famous for its vibrant red a...
Paddy Field Frog
Fejervarya limnocharis
The agile acrobat of the rice fields, this warty-skinned jumper is a master of camouflage and a tireless predator of ...
Paddyfield Warbler
Acrocephalus agricola
A tiny, energetic traveler of the reeds, the Paddyfield Warbler is famous for its bold 'eyebrow' and its incredible m...
Painted Anglerfish
Chaunax pictus
Meet the Atlantic's 'walking' deep-sea resident, a rosy-hued master of disguise that fishes for its own dinner. With ...
Painted Frogfish
Antennarius pictus
A master of disguise and the ultimate ambush predator, the Painted Frogfish transforms the reef into its personal hun...
Painted Redstart
Myioborus pictus
With its bold crimson belly and rhythmic 'wing-flashing' dance, the Painted Redstart is the showstopper of the Southw...
Painted Skimmer
Libellula semifasciata
A masterpiece of the marsh, the Painted Skimmer stands out with its glowing amber wings and intricate markings. As on...
Painted Spiny Lobster
Panulirus versicolor
A masterpiece of marine evolution, the Painted Spiny Lobster sports a psychedelic coat of blue, green, and striped pa...
Painted Stork
Mycteria leucocephala
Adorned with delicate pink 'painted' wings and a vibrant orange face, the Painted Stork is one of Asia’s most iconic ...
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