Wildlife Species Library

Reptiles

Painted Turtle

Chrysemys picta

Meet the most colorful and widespread turtle in North America. Known for their intricate red and yellow patterns and ...

Insects

Pale-banded Dart

Agnorisma badinodis

A signature species of the autumn night, the Pale-banded Dart is recognized by its chocolate-colored wings and elegan...

Birds

Pale Baywing

Agelaioides fringillarius

A charming resident of Northeastern Brazil’s dry forests, the Pale Baywing stands out with its soft sandy plumage and...

Birds

Pale-billed Woodpecker

Campephilus guatemalensis

The Pale-billed Woodpecker is a scarlet-crested architect of the tropical forest, known for its iconic 'double-tap' d...

Birds

Pale-breasted Thrush

Turdus leucomelas

A master of the dawn chorus with an understated elegance, the Pale-breasted Thrush is the soulful soundtrack to South...

Birds

Pale-eyed Pygmy-Tyrant

Atalotriccus pilaris

Tiny, twitchy, and full of character, the Pale-eyed Pygmy-Tyrant is the garden's most energetic flycatcher. With its ...

Birds

Pale-legged Warbler

Myiothlypis signata

A restless spark of yellow in the Andean mist, the Pale-legged Warbler is a master of the forest undergrowth. Identif...

Birds

Pale-mandibled Aracari

Pteroglossus erythropygius

With its striking ivory bill and vibrant plumage, the Pale-mandibled Aracari is a crown jewel of the tropical canopy....

Insects

Pale Mottled Willow Moth

Caradrina clavipalpis

An understated master of camouflage, the Pale Mottled Willow Moth is a fascinating nocturnal visitor that has recentl...

Wildflowers

pale-spiked lobelia

Lobelia spicata

With its slender spikes of ethereal blue, the pale-spiked lobelia is a quiet masterpiece of the summer prairie. This ...

Birds

Pallas's Leaf Warbler

Phylloscopus proregulus

A tiny, vibrant jewel of the forest, the Pallas's Leaf Warbler is known for its brilliant yellow stripes and incredib...

Birds

Pallid Dove

Leptotila pallida

A subtle beauty of the South American lowlands, the Pallid Dove is a master of the forest floor. Known for its soft, ...

Birds

Pallid Harrier

Circus macrourus

The Pallid Harrier is the 'grey ghost' of the grasslands, a sleek and elegant hunter that glides effortlessly over th...

Birds

Palm-nut Vulture

Gypohierax angolensis

Meet the raptor that broke the rules. The Palm-nut Vulture is a stunning, white-plumed bird of prey that prefers palm...

Birds

Palm Tanager

Thraupis palmarum

Meet the subtle acrobat of the tropical garden. The Palm Tanager may lack flashy colors, but it makes up for it with ...

Birds

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

Look down, not up! This energetic ground-dweller is famous for its constant tail-bobbing and golden-yellow highlights...

Insects

Palo Verde Root Borer

Derobrachus hovorei

One of North America's largest beetles, the Palo Verde Root Borer is a spectacular desert giant that emerges with the...

Mammals

Pampas Fox

Lycalopex gymnocerca

Meet the clever 'zorro' of the South American plains. The Pampas fox is a resilient survivor known for its striking a...

Birds

Pampas Meadowlark

Leistes defilippii

The scarlet-breasted jewel of the South American plains, the Pampas Meadowlark is a symbol of the wild, untouched gra...

Mammals

Pantropical Spotted Dolphin

Stenella attenuata

The ultimate acrobat of the tropical seas, the Pantropical Spotted Dolphin is famous for its intricate patterns and h...

Trees & Shrubs

Paper mulberry

Broussonetia papyrifera

A fast-growing marvel with a rich history in papermaking, the paper mulberry is a backyard staple that provides dense...

Mollusks

Paper Pondshell

Utterbackia imbecillis

The Paper Pondshell is the translucent treasure of the freshwater world. With a shell so thin it earned the nickname ...

Birds

Parakeet Auklet

Aethia psittacula

Meet the 'smiling' seabird of the North Pacific. With its unique upturned bill and elegant white facial plumes, the P...

Microorganisms

Paramecium

Paramecium caudatum

Step into the hidden world of the 'Slipper Animalcule.' Though invisible to the naked eye, Paramecium caudatum is a s...

Birds

Parasitic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticus

Meet the Parasitic Jaeger, the agile 'pirate' of the northern skies. Known for stealing meals in mid-air, this sleek ...

Birds

Partridge Pigeon

Geophaps smithii

A master of ground-level camouflage, the Partridge Pigeon is one of Northern Australia's most unique avian residents....

Birds

Patagonian Mockingbird

Mimus patagonicus

Meet the soulful songster of the southern plains. The Patagonian Mockingbird is a master of mimicry and a bold backya...

Birds

Patagonian Sierra-Finch

Phrygilus patagonicus

A vibrant splash of color in the southern wilderness, the Patagonian Sierra-Finch is the curious 'backyard buddy' of ...

Mammals

Patagonian Weasel

Lyncodon patagonicus

The ghost of the southern steppes, the Patagonian weasel is a master of the underground hunt and a rare prize for any...

Insects

Pea Aphid

Acyrthosiphon pisum

The Pea Aphid is a tiny, translucent wonder of the garden world, known for its incredible reproductive speed and its ...

Insects

Pea Blue

Lampides boeticus

A master of disguise and a world-class traveler, the Pea Blue butterfly brings a shimmer of violet to any backyard ga...

Crustaceans

Pea Crab

Pinnotheres pisum

A tiny, translucent squatter that makes its home inside the shells of mussels and oysters. The Pea Crab is a master o...

Birds

Peaceful Dove

Geopelia placida

With its soothing rhythmic coo and striking blue eye-rings, the Peaceful Dove is a master of suburban serenity. This ...

Birds

Peach-fronted Parakeet

Eupsittula aurea

Meet the Peach-fronted Parakeet, a social and spirited emerald of the South American savanna. Known for its glowing o...

Wildflowers

Peach-leaved Bellflower

Campanula persicifolia

A classic of the summer garden, the Peach-leaved Bellflower offers elegant spires of violet or white blooms that seem...

Insects

Peacock Royal

Tajuria cippus

A master of deception and a flash of cerulean beauty, the Peacock Royal is one of the most stunning butterflies you c...