Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Tago's Brown Frog
Rana tagoi
A hidden gem of Japan's mountain forests, Tago's Brown Frog is a master of subterranean living. Known for its muffled...
Tailed Jay
Graphium agamemnon
With its striking electric-green spots and swift, shivering flight, the Tailed Jay is a jewel of the tropical garden....
Taillight Shiner
Notropis maculatus
A shimmering jewel of Southern slow-waters, the Taillight Shiner is easily identified by the bold black 'beacon' at t...
Talbot's Demoiselle
Chrysiptera talboti
With its striking yellow face and deep purple body, Talbot's Demoiselle is a miniature jewel of the Indo-Pacific reef...
tall bellflower
Campanulastrum americanum
A towering spire of violet stars, the tall bellflower is a summer masterpiece that bridges the gap between wild woodl...
tall boneset
Eupatorium altissimum
A statuesque late-season bloom, tall boneset transforms sunny fields into bustling nectar stations. Its fuzzy white c...
Tall Mingimingi
Leucopogon fasciculatus
A hardy New Zealand native, the Tall Mingimingi is a cornerstone of the forest understory, known for its delicate bel...
Tambourine Dove
Turtur tympanistria
A secretive gem of the African woodlands, the Tambourine Dove is a master of the forest floor. With its striking whit...
Tansy Beetle
Chrysolina graminis
Known as the 'Jewel of York,' this rare and radiant beetle is a masterpiece of natural iridescence. Discover how to s...
Tarakihi
Nemadactylus macropterus
The Tarakihi is a silver icon of the South Pacific, easily recognized by the striking black 'saddle' across its shoul...
Tarwhine
Rhabdosargus sarba
With its shimmering pinstripes of gold and a friendly, schooling nature, the Tarwhine is a silver treasure of our coa...
Tasselled Anglerfish
Rhycherus filamentosus
The ultimate master of disguise, the Tasselled Anglerfish 'walks' along the Australian seafloor using its fins like l...
Tasselled Wobbegong
Eucrossorhinus dasypogon
The ultimate master of disguise, the Tasselled Wobbegong is a carpet shark that blends perfectly into the coral reef....
Tatarian dogwood
Cornus alba
Famous for its stunning crimson stems that glow against the winter snow, the Tatarian dogwood is a versatile shrub th...
Tawny Eagle
Aquila rapax
A bold and versatile king of the savanna, the Tawny Eagle is as much a cunning pirate as it is a powerful predator. W...
Tawny-edged Skipper
Polites themistocles
A pint-sized dynamo of the backyard, the Tawny-edged Skipper is a master of rapid flight and sun-drenched meadows. Lo...
Tawny Nurse Shark
Nebrius ferrugineus
The Tawny Nurse Shark is a social, nocturnal hunter of the Indo-Pacific reefs, famous for its ability to 'vacuum' pre...
Tawny Owl
Strix aluco
The Tawny Owl is the master of the midnight forest, a silent hunter with a voice that defines the sounds of the night...
Tawny Shears
Hadena perplexa
A master of camouflage and a specialist of the night, the Tawny Shears is a frequent visitor to moonlit gardens. Know...
Tayra
Eira barbara
The Tayra is a sleek, acrobatic powerhouse of the tropical forest. With its 'frosted' head and boundless energy, this...
Temminck's Ground Pangolin
Smutsia temminckii
Meet the world's most armored mammal, a prehistoric wonder that walks on its hind legs and wears a suit of scales. Th...
Temminck's Stint
Calidris temminckii
A master of camouflage, the Temminck's Stint is a tiny, mouse-like wader that favors muddy shorelines and freshwater ...
Tennessee Warbler
Leiothlypis peregrina
An energetic traveler of the treetops, the Tennessee Warbler is a master of migration. Watch for its sharp bill and b...
Terek Sandpiper
Xenus cinereus
Meet the Terek Sandpiper, a world-traveling shorebird known for its comical 'run-and-snatch' foraging style and its e...
terrapin scale
Mesolecanium nigrofasciatum
Looking like miniature, ornate turtle shells stuck to a branch, the Terrapin scale is a master of camouflage and a co...
Texas Sage
Salvia texana
A hardy survivor of the limestone prairies, Texas Sage paints the landscape with deep indigo blooms every spring. Thi...
Texas winter grass
Nassella leucotricha
A hardy survivor that paints the landscape green when all else is dormant, Texas wintergrass is the backbone of the s...
The Rustic
Hoplodrina blanda
A master of nighttime camouflage, The Rustic is the understated star of the midsummer garden. Look closely at its sil...
The Sallow
Xanthia icteritia
A golden gem of the autumn night, The Sallow moth perfectly mimics the falling leaves of the season. Its vibrant yell...
The Uncertain
Hoplodrina octogenaria
A master of summer camouflage, The Uncertain is a frequent visitor to backyard light traps. While its name suggests m...
Thick-billed Euphonia
Euphonia laniirostris
A burst of tropical sunshine in bird form, the Thick-billed Euphonia is a master of mimicry and a frequent visitor to...
Thick-billed Murre
Uria lomvia
Rugged, resilient, and built for the deep, the Thick-billed Murre is the Arctic's answer to the penguin. These tuxedo...
Thick-billed Raven
Corvus crassirostris
Towering over other songbirds, the Thick-billed Raven is a mountain-dwelling giant with an unmistakable ivory-tipped ...
Thick-billed Warbler
Arundinax aedon
A secretive songbird of the East Palearctic, the Thick-billed Warbler is famous for its powerful, melodic voice and i...
Thick-legged Flower Beetle
Oedemera nobilis
A shimmering emerald of the garden, the Thick-legged Flower Beetle is a sun-worshipping pollinator famous for its met...
Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel
Ictidomys tridecemlineatus
Meet the prairie’s most stylish speedster, the Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel. With its intricate racing stripes and ...
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