Wildlife Species Library

Insects

Yellow-fronted Bumble Bee

Bombus flavifrons

A golden-crowned engine of the garden, the Yellow-fronted Bumble Bee is a master of buzz pollination and a vital link...

Insects

Yellow-fronted Soft-winged Flower Beetle

Clanoptilus elegans

Draped in metallic emerald with a signature golden face, the Yellow-fronted Soft-winged Flower Beetle is a miniature ...

Birds

Yellow-green Tanager

Bangsia flavovirens

An elusive jewel of the Chocó-Andean slopes, the Yellow-green Tanager blends perfectly into the emerald canopy of the...

Birds

Yellow-headed Amazon

Amazona oratrix

The Yellow-headed Amazon is an iconic, golden-crowned parrot known for its incredible intelligence and vocal talent. ...

Insects

Yellow-headed Cutworm Moth

Apamea amputatrix

A master of the night, the Yellow-headed Cutworm Moth is a common but beautiful visitor to North American gardens. Kn...

Insects

Yellow-headed Leafhopper

Brunotartessus fulvus

With its striking golden crown and remarkable leaping ability, the Yellow-headed Leafhopper is a tiny marvel of the A...

Wildflowers

Yellow Iris

Iris pseudacorus

The Yellow Iris is a brilliant, bold dweller of the water's edge, turning muddy banks into golden corridors each spri...

Fish

Yellow Jack

Caranx bartholomaei

The Yellow Jack is a vibrant, hard-charging predator of the Atlantic reefs, recognized by its brilliant brassy hues a...

Mollusks

Yellow Lampmussel

Lampsilis cariosa

Meet the river's most deceptive resident: a mussel that 'fishes' with a minnow-shaped lure. The Yellow Lampmussel is ...

Birds

Yellow-legged Gull

Larus michahellis

Master of the Mediterranean coast and a bold urban explorer, the Yellow-legged Gull is a striking seabird famous for ...

Insects

Yellow-legged Hornet

Vespa velutina

Known for its 'yellow socks' and expert hunting skills, the Yellow-legged Hornet is a master of the air. While a fasc...

Insects

Yellow-legged Mud-dauber Wasp

Sceliphron caementarium

A master architect of the insect world, the Yellow-legged Mud-dauber Wasp is a fascinating, non-aggressive neighbor t...

Birds

Yellow-margined Flatbill

Tolmomyias assimilis

A master of the mid-canopy, the Yellow-margined Flatbill is a stealthy insect hunter known for its distinctive pale e...

Insects

Yellow Meadow Ant

Lasius flavus

Meet the golden architects of the underworld. The Yellow Meadow Ant builds hidden empires beneath our feet, farming a...

Mammals

Yellow Mongoose

Cynictis penicillata

A social sun-seeker of the African plains, the Yellow Mongoose is easily recognized by its vibrant tawny coat and its...

Birds

Yellow-naped Amazon

Amazona auropalliata

A masterpiece of the Pacific lowlands, the Yellow-naped Amazon is as famous for its brilliant green plumage as it is ...

Mammals

Yellow-necked Field Mouse

Apodemus flavicollis

A golden-collared acrobat of the night, the Yellow-necked Field Mouse is a master of the treetops and a frequent visi...

Birds

Yellow-olive Flatbill

Tolmomyias sulphurescens

A master of the mid-canopy, the Yellow-olive Flatbill is a charming Neotropical specialist known for its distinctive ...

Insects

Yellow Pecan Aphid

Monelliopsis pecanis

The Yellow Pecan Aphid is a tiny golden gem of the insect world, common in any backyard with a pecan tree. Watch clos...

Fish

Yellow Perch

Perca flavescens

Recognizable by their bold 'tiger stripes' and golden scales, the Yellow Perch is a social and curious staple of Nort...

Wildflowers

Yellow Pimpernel

Lysimachia nemorum

A hidden gem of the woodland floor, the Yellow Pimpernel offers a delicate display of star-shaped blooms and trailing...

Mammals

Yellow-pine Chipmunk

Neotamias amoenus

A vibrant and energetic resident of the Western woods, the yellow-pine chipmunk is a master of the forest floor. With...

Wildflowers

Yellow Rattle

Rhinanthus minor

Known as the 'Meadow Maker,' Yellow Rattle is the secret weapon for any wildflower enthusiast. This clever little pla...

Crustaceans

Yellow Rock Crab

Metacarcinus anthonyi

A golden-hued master of the Pacific shallows, the Yellow Rock Crab is a robust scavenger famous for its powerful blac...

Birds

Yellow-rumped Cacique

Cacicus cela

A master of mimicry with a flash of gold, the Yellow-rumped Cacique is one of the most social and vocal birds of the ...

Birds

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

Affectionately known by birders as 'Butter-butts,' the Yellow-rumped Warbler is a hardy traveler and one of the most ...

Mollusks

Yellow Sandshell

Lampsilis teres

Glowing with a brilliant golden hue, the Yellow Sandshell is a hidden gem of North American waterways. This master of...

Birds

Yellow-shouldered Blackbird

Agelaius xanthomus

Rare and radiant, the Yellow-shouldered Blackbird is a crown jewel of Puerto Rican wildlife. With its sleek black fea...

Wildflowers

Yellow Sorrel

Oxalis flava

A burst of winter sunshine at ground level, the Yellow Sorrel is famous for its fan-like succulent leaves and brillia...

Fish

Yellow Stingray

Urobatis jamaicensis

The yellow stingray is a hidden gem of the sandy shallows, sporting a spectacular leopard-like pattern that makes it ...

Insects

Yellow-striped Armyworm Moth

Spodoptera ornithogalli

A nocturnal master of disguise, the Yellow-striped Armyworm Moth displays stunning geometric patterns on its wings. D...

Mammals

Yellow-striped Chevrotain

Moschiola kathygre

A miniature marvel of the Sri Lankan rainforest, the Yellow-striped Chevrotain is an ancient 'mouse-deer' known for i...

Birds

Yellow-thighed Brushfinch

Atlapetes tibialis

Meet the highland specialist with a secret splash of gold. Endemic to the misty cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panam...

Birds

Yellow-throated Bush Sparrow

Gymnoris superciliaris

A subtle resident of the African woodland, the Yellow-throated Bush Sparrow is a master of camouflage with a hidden s...

Birds

Yellow-throated Chlorospingus

Chlorospingus flavigularis

A burst of sunshine in the mountain mist, the Yellow-throated Chlorospingus is the social leader of the tropical high...

Birds

Yellow-throated Euphonia

Euphonia hirundinacea

A tiny spark of gold in the forest canopy, the Yellow-throated Euphonia is a master of mimicry and a specialist of th...