Wildlife Species Library

Fish

Zander

Sander lucioperca

With its piercing, reflective eyes and sleek, silver-green body, the zander is the ultimate twilight predator of the ...

Insects

Zebra Blue

Leptotes plinius

A tiny marvel of mimicry, the Zebra Blue brings a dash of striped elegance to the garden. Watch for its signature 'ze...

Birds

Zebra Dove

Geopelia striata

With their delicate pinstriped feathers and soothing rhythmic calls, Zebra Doves are the peaceful ambassadors of the ...

Fish

Zebra Moray

Gymnomuraena zebra

With its striking monochrome rings and surprisingly gentle nature, the Zebra Moray is the 'shell-cracker' of the reef...

Fish

Zebra Seabream

Diplodus hottentotus

With its bold vertical stripes and inquisitive personality, the Zebra Seabream is the striking 'zebra of the sea' tha...

Fish

Zebra Shark

Stegostoma tigrinum

Often called the 'leopard shark' for its spotted adult coat, the Zebra Shark is a gentle, nocturnal reef-dweller with...

Birds

Zenaida Dove

Zenaida aurita

The Zenaida Dove is the soulful sound of the Caribbean, known for its gentle nature and beautiful cinnamon-hued pluma...

Insects

Zilpa Longtail

Chioides zilpa

A master of high-speed maneuvers, the Zilpa Longtail is easily recognized by its elegant hindwing tails and a brillia...

Birds

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

A master of mimicry, the Zone-tailed Hawk hides in plain sight by masquerading as a harmless vulture. Watch for this ...

Micro-organisms

Zoothamnium

Zoothamnium niveum

Often mistaken for a tiny underwater plant or a dusting of snow, Zoothamnium niveum is actually a thriving colony of ...

Micro-fauna

Zoothamnium arbuscula

Zoothamnium arbuscula

Meet the 'Bonsai Tree' of the microbial world. Zoothamnium arbuscula is a stunning colonial organism that brings high...

Mammals

Zorilla

Ictonyx striatus

Meet Africa's answer to the skunk—the Zorilla. This bold, striped night-wanderer is a master hunter that brings high-...