Wildlife Species Library

Birds

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

Meet the undisputed king of the Pacific Northwest coast. With its pearly grey wings and bold personality, the Glaucou...

Birds

Glistening-green Tanager

Chlorochrysa phoenicotis

The Glistening-green Tanager is a living emerald of the Andean cloud forests. With its luminous plumage and energetic...

Birds

Glittering-bellied Emerald

Chlorostilbon lucidus

A shimmering jewel of the southern hemisphere, the Glittering-bellied Emerald brings a flash of metallic green and a ...

Birds

Glittering-throated Emerald

Chionomesa fimbriata

A shimmering jewel of South American gardens, the Glittering-throated Emerald is as bold as it is beautiful. With its...

Birds

Glossy-black Thrush

Turdus serranus

The Glossy-black Thrush is the 'midnight' songster of the Andes, recognizable by its jet-black plumage and glowing or...

Birds

Glossy Flowerpiercer

Diglossa lafresnayii

The Glossy Flowerpiercer is the clever 'nectar thief' of the Andes, easily recognized by its uniquely hooked bill and...

Birds

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

With its shimmering iridescent plumage and elegant curved bill, the Glossy Ibis is a stunning visitor to wetlands acr...

Birds

Glowing Puffleg

Eriocnemis vestita

A high-altitude marvel of the Andes, the Glowing Puffleg dazzles with iridescent violet plumage and its signature whi...

Mammals

Goitered Gazelle

Gazella subgutturosa

The ghost of the steppes, the Goitered Gazelle is a master of desert survival, known for its incredible sprinting spe...

Birds

Goldcrest

Regulus regulus

As Europe's smallest bird, the Goldcrest is a featherweight marvel with a fiery crown. This energetic 'petty king' is...

Birds

Golden-bellied Euphonia

Euphonia chrysopasta

A radiant jewel of the Amazonian canopy, the Golden-bellied Euphonia is famous for its shimmering yellow plumage and ...

Birds

Golden-breasted Puffleg

Eriocnemis mosquera

A shimmering jewel of the high Andes, the Golden-breasted Puffleg is instantly recognizable by its bronzed plumage an...

Birds

Golden-browed Chlorophonia

Chlorophonia callophrys

A dazzling gem of the Central American cloud forests, the Golden-browed Chlorophonia captivates with its neon green p...

Birds

Golden-capped Parakeet

Aratinga auricapillus

Endemic to the lush forests of Brazil, the Golden-capped Parakeet is a vibrant symbol of the Atlantic Forest. With it...

Birds

Golden-cheeked Warbler

Setophaga chrysoparia

Meet the only bird that calls Texas its exclusive breeding home. With its brilliant yellow face and striking black ma...

Birds

Golden-cheeked Woodpecker

Melanerpes chrysogenys

A radiant endemic of Western Mexico, the Golden-cheeked Woodpecker brings a flash of gold and rhythm to the Pacific c...

Birds

Golden-chevroned Tanager

Thraupis ornata

A dazzling endemic of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, the Golden-chevroned Tanager is a social garden visitor famous f...

Birds

Golden-collared Woodpecker

Veniliornis cassini

A small but striking inhabitant of the Amazonian canopy, the Golden-collared Woodpecker is named for its brilliant ye...

Birds

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

Meet the Golden-crowned Kinglet, a tiny bundle of energy that defies the winter chill. With its fiery crest and frant...

Birds

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

With their signature golden crown and hauntingly beautiful three-note song, these large sparrows are the quintessenti...

Birds

Golden-crowned Warbler

Basileuterus culicivorus

With its brilliant golden crown and restless energy, this tiny songbird is a jewel of the American tropics. A master ...

Birds

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

Commanding the crags and canyons of the Northern Hemisphere, the Golden Eagle is a symbol of wild power. With its mas...

Birds

Golden-eared Tanager

Tangara chrysotis

With its shimmering emerald plumage and distinctive 'golden ears,' this Andean gem is a highlight for any birdwatcher...

Birds

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

Melanerpes aurifrons

With its striking golden nape and bold zebra-striped back, the Golden-fronted Woodpecker is a charismatic staple of t...

Birds

Golden-green Woodpecker

Piculus chrysochloros

With its shimmering olive-gold plumage and striking facial stripes, the Golden-green Woodpecker is a hidden gem of th...

Birds

Golden-headed Quetzal

Pharomachrus auriceps

A shimmering jewel of the Andean cloud forest, the Golden-headed Quetzal captivates with its brilliant emerald plumag...

Birds

Golden-hooded Tanager

Stilpnia larvata

Adorned in a striking palette of gold, turquoise, and black, the Golden-hooded Tanager is a jewel of the Neotropical ...

Mammals

Golden Jackal

Canis aureus

A resilient and vocal opportunist, the Golden Jackal is currently staging one of the most successful wildlife expansi...

Birds

Golden-naped Tanager

Chalcothraupis ruficervix

A dazzling resident of the Andean cloud forests, the Golden-naped Tanager is easily recognized by its shimmering turq...

Birds

Golden-naped Woodpecker

Melanerpes chrysauchen

A social and vibrant inhabitant of Central America's Pacific slope, the Golden-naped Woodpecker is easily recognized ...

Insects

Golden Northern Bumble Bee

Bombus fervidus

A vibrant golden herald of the summer meadow, the Golden Northern Bumble Bee is one of the most striking and industri...

Birds

Golden-olive Woodpecker

Colaptes rubiginosus

A striking bird of the tropical canopy, the Golden-olive Woodpecker is famous for its shimmering green-gold wings and...

Birds

Golden Parakeet

Guaruba guarouba

Glowing like a sunbeam in the Amazonian canopy, the Golden Parakeet is one of Brazil's most stunning and rare avian t...

Birds

Golden-plumed Parakeet

Leptosittaca branickii

A rare high-altitude treasure of the Andes, the Golden-plumed Parakeet is a master of the misty cloud forest. Disting...

Fish

Golden Redhorse

Moxostoma erythrurum

A gleaming resident of North America's cleanest rivers, the Golden Redhorse is a master of the riverbed. With its bra...

Fish

Golden Shiner

Notemigonus crysoleucas

A shimmering resident of North America's quiet waters, the Golden Shiner is famous for its brilliant metallic scales ...