Wildlife Species Library

Mammals

Eastern Deermouse

Peromyscus maniculatus

With its oversized ears and striking white underbelly, the Eastern Deermouse is the most common—and charming—nocturna...

Fish

Eastern Fortescue

Centropogon australis

A hidden gem of the Australian coastline, the Eastern Fortescue is a tiny titan of camouflage. Equipped with venomous...

Mammals

Eastern Fox Squirrel

Sciurus niger

Meet the heavyweight champion of the tree squirrel world. With their vibrant orange bellies and clever personalities,...

Mammals

Eastern Gorilla

Gorilla beringei

The Eastern Gorilla is the world's largest living primate, a gentle giant reigning over the misty forests of Central ...

Mammals

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Sciurus carolinensis

The clever architect of the eastern forests, the Eastern Gray Squirrel is a master of memory and agility. From its ac...

Insects

Eastern Hercules Beetle

Dynastes tityus

A prehistoric titan of the backyard, the Eastern Hercules Beetle impresses with its massive size and remarkable color...

Amphibians

Eastern-Japanese Common Toad

Bufo formosus

A stoic guardian of Japanese gardens, the Eastern-Japanese Common Toad is a master of camouflage and a nocturnal pest...

Birds

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

Meet the 'tyrant' of the backyard—a sleek, monochromatic flycatcher known for its fearless attitude and remarkable ae...

Mammals

Eastern Meadow Vole

Microtus pennsylvanicus

The Eastern Meadow Vole is a master of the 'hidden highway,' building intricate tunnel networks beneath the grass. A ...

Birds

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

With its brilliant yellow breast and melodic, flute-like song, the Eastern Meadowlark is the golden crown of the Amer...

Reptiles

Eastern Mexican Spiny-Tailed Iguana

Ctenosaura acanthura

With its armored tail and prehistoric silhouette, the Eastern Mexican Spiny-Tailed Iguana is a charismatic relic of t...

Mammals

Eastern Mole

Scalopus aquaticus

The Eastern Mole is a subterranean powerhouse, capable of excavating 15 feet of tunnel in a single hour. While rarely...

Fish

Eastern Mosquitofish

Gambusia holbrooki

A tiny, tenacious live-bearer, the Eastern Mosquitofish is the ultimate natural pest controller, patrolling the water...

Fish

Eastern Mudminnow

Umbra pygmaea

A resilient survivor of the swamps, the Eastern Mudminnow is a master of camouflage that can breathe air and vanish i...

Birds

Eastern Orphean Warbler

Curruca crassirostris

With its piercing gaze and sophisticated song, the Eastern Orphean Warbler is a highlight of the Mediterranean summer...

Birds

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

The Eastern Phoebe is a friendly, tail-wagging flycatcher that marks the arrival of spring. Known for its habit of ne...

Insects

Eastern Pondhawk

Erythemis simplicicollis

The Eastern Pondhawk is a fearless aerial predator that transforms from a brilliant emerald green to a dusty sky blue...

Fish

Eastern Red Scorpionfish

Scorpaena jacksoniensis

A master of disguise lurking in the shadows of the reef, the Eastern Red Scorpionfish is a vibrant yet elusive predat...

Insects

Eastern Rhinoceros Beetle

Xyloryctes jamaicensis

Meet North America's miniature titan: the Eastern Rhinoceros Beetle. A glossy, mahogany-colored marvel, this nocturna...

Insects

Eastern Scarlet

Axiocerses tjoane

A flash of brilliant crimson in the African sun, the Eastern Scarlet is a high-energy gem of the savanna. Whether pat...

Birds

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

The ultimate backyard ghost, the Eastern Screech-Owl blends perfectly into the bark of your favorite oak tree. Small ...

Fish

Eastern Sea Garfish

Hyporhamphus australis

A sleek, surface-skimming marvel of the Australian coast, the Eastern Sea Garfish is easily recognized by its 'half-b...

Fish

Eastern Shovelnose Ray

Aptychotrema rostrata

The Eastern Shovelnose Ray is a captivating 'living fossil' that bridges the gap between sharks and rays. With its ic...

Fish

Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree

Trygonoptera imitata

A master of camouflage in the sandy shallows, the Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree is one of southeastern Australia's mos...

Birds

Eastern Subalpine Warbler

Curruca cantillans

A Mediterranean jewel, the Eastern Subalpine Warbler is a master of disguise in the thickets. With its striking white...

Insects

Eastern Subterranean Termite

Reticulitermes flavipes

The Eastern Subterranean Termite is North America's most industrious decomposer. Though small, these social insects b...

Insects

Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth

Malacosoma americana

From intricate silk fortresses to vibrant fuzzy crawlers, the Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth is a spring icon. Discove...

Birds

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

With their striking 'drink-your-tea' song and bold rufous-sided plumage, Eastern Towhees are the charismatic giants o...

Birds

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

A subtle master of the forest canopy, the Eastern Wood-Pewee is famous for its haunting, namesake whistle that echoes...

Insects

Eastern Yellowjacket

Vespula maculifrons

The industrious architect of the underground, the Eastern Yellowjacket is a vital predator in our backyards that keep...

Insects

Ebony Jewelwing

Calopteryx maculata

With its shimmering emerald body and velvet-black wings, the Ebony Jewelwing is a living gem of the woodland stream. ...

Birds

Ecuadorian Trogon

Trogon mesurus

A vibrant gem of the Tumbesian forests, the Ecuadorian Trogon dazzles with its golden belly and steady, stoic gaze. T...

Amphibians

Edible Frog

Pelophylax esculentus

The Edible Frog is the vibrant, vocal star of the European pond. Known for its brilliant green hues and its habit of ...

Birds

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

With its striking chocolate-brown eye patches and regal posture, the Egyptian Goose is a captivating sight in both wi...

Mammals

Egyptian Mongoose

Herpestes ichneumon

A legendary hunter of the Nile, the Egyptian Mongoose is a master of the daytime shadows. Known for its snake-fightin...

Birds

Egyptian Vulture

Neophron percnopterus

Known as the 'Pharaoh’s Chicken,' the Egyptian Vulture is a remarkable tool-using raptor with striking white plumage ...