Wildlife Species Library

Insects

Orange Skipperling

Oarisma aurantiaca

A tiny, golden gem of the grasslands, the Orange Skipperling is a master of low-altitude flight. Though small, its vi...

Insects

orange-tip

Anthocharis cardamines

A signature sign of spring, the orange-tip brings a splash of vibrant color to garden hedgerows. With its unique 'mos...

Birds

Orange-winged Amazon

Amazona amazonica

A vibrant icon of the South American canopy, the Orange-winged Amazon is a social, intelligent parrot known for its b...

Fish

Orangemouth Corvina

Cynoscion xanthulus

A champion of the Gulf's estuaries, the Orangemouth Corvina is a shimmering predator famous for its golden-hued mouth...

Fish

Orangespotted Filefish

Cantherhines pullus

A master of disguise with a vibrant personality, the Orangespotted Filefish is a gem of the Atlantic reefs. Recogniza...

Mammals

Orca

Orcinus orca

The undisputed masters of the sea, Orcas combine immense power with complex social intelligence. These iconic black-a...

Birds

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

Often overlooked in favor of their brighter orange cousins, the Orchard Oriole is a hidden gem of the bird world. Its...

Insects

Orchard Swallowtail

Papilio aegeus

Australia's largest common butterfly, the Orchard Swallowtail, is a spectacular garden visitor known for its bold bla...

Insects

Orchid Tit

Hypolycaena othona

A gem of the tropical garden, the Orchid Tit is a master of disguise with delicate tails and striking orange-banded w...

Amphibians

Oregon Spotted Frog

Rana pretiosa

Meet the Pacific Northwest's most dedicated water-dweller. With its striking red belly and upward-gazing eyes, the Or...

Insects

Organ-pipe Mud-dauber Wasp

Trypoxylon politum

The master architect of the backyard, this elegant black wasp constructs sophisticated clay nurseries that look like ...

Mammals

Oribi

Ourebia ourebi

A master of the open plains, the Oribi is a graceful, small-statured antelope known for its distinctive whistle and i...

Birds

Oriental Honey-buzzard

Pernis ptilorhynchus

Meet the armored specialist of the sky. The Oriental Honey-buzzard is a unique raptor that trades the chase for a tac...

Birds

Oriental Plover

Anarhynchus veredus

Meet the elegant globetrotter of the grasslands. With its slender legs and striking breast bands, the Oriental Plover...

Birds

Oriental Reed Warbler

Acrocephalus orientalis

A bold and boisterous songster of the wetlands, the Oriental Reed Warbler is the soundtrack of the East Asian summer....

Birds

Orinoco Goose

Oressochen jubatus

A regal and rare inhabitant of South American riverbanks, the Orinoco Goose stands out with its buff-colored plumage ...

Amphibians

Ornate Chorus Frog

Pseudacris ornata

A hidden gem of the Southern winter, the Ornate Chorus Frog is a bold-patterned 'bandit' that thrives when other spec...

Insects

Ornate Pennant

Celithemis ornata

A jewel of the wetlands, the Ornate Pennant dazzles with its ruby-red spots and delicate wing patterns. This small bu...

Fish

Ornate Wobbegong

Orectolobus ornatus

A master of disguise and a jewel of the Australian reef, the Ornate Wobbegong is the ultimate underwater ambush artis...

Fish

Ornate Wrasse

Thalassoma pavo

Meet the 'Circus Fish' of the Mediterranean, a dazzling display of neon greens and vibrant reds. The Ornate Wrasse br...

Birds

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

Meet the world's most sophisticated fisherman. With a six-foot wingspan and a specialized 'fish-grip,' the Osprey is ...

Reptiles

Ouachita Map Turtle

Graptemys ouachitensis

Defined by the intricate 'topographical' lines on its shell and a jagged, saw-like ridge along its spine, the Ouachit...

Mammals

Owl-faced Guenon

Cercopithecus hamlyni

A striking primate with a face unlike any other, the Owl-faced Guenon is a ghost of the Congo’s deep bamboo forests. ...

Insects

Oystershell Scale

Lepidosaphes ulmi

Hidden in plain sight on the bark of your favorite trees, the Oystershell Scale is a marvel of natural camouflage. Th...

Fish

Pacific Barracuda

Sphyraena argentea

The 'Silver Streak' of the Pacific, this torpedo-shaped predator is a master of the kelp forest. Known for its incred...

Birds

Pacific Baza

Aviceda subcristata

Meet the 'Crested Hawk' of the canopy, a master of aerial acrobatics and stealthy foraging. With its striking barred ...

Amphibians

Pacific chorus frog

Pseudacris regilla

The quintessential 'voice of the West,' this tiny climber is famous for its Hollywood-standard 'rib-bit' call and its...

Fish

Pacific Chub Mackerel

Scomber japonicus

Meet the 'tiger of the sea,' a shimmering, high-speed traveler that brings the energy of the open ocean right to the ...

Fish

Pacific Crevalle Jack

Caranx caninus

Meet the powerhouse of the Pacific coast. The Pacific Crevalle Jack is a lightning-fast predator that turns the shore...

Insects

Pacific Dampwood Termite

Zootermopsis angusticollis

The Pacific Dampwood Termite is the giant of the termite world, a master of decomposition that thrives in the misty f...

Fish

Pacific Electric Ray

Tetronarce californica

The Pacific Electric Ray is the ocean's silent powerhouse, a master of ambush that uses bio-electricity to stun its p...

Insects

Pacific Forktail

Ischnura cervula

A tiny, electric-blue marvel of the western wetlands, the Pacific Forktail is the perfect subject for macro-wildlife ...

Birds

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

A golden-spangled marathon flyer that turns suburban lawns into its personal winter territory. This resilient shorebi...

Fish

Pacific Gregory

Plectroglyphidodon fasciolatus

Meet the feisty gardener of the reef. The Pacific Gregory is a small damselfish with a massive personality, known for...

Birds

Pacific Gull

Larus pacificus

The undisputed heavyweight of the Australian coastline, the Pacific Gull is a magnificent predator known for its mass...

Fish

Pacific Herring

Clupea pallasii

The silver pulse of the Pacific coast, these shimmering voyagers are the foundation of the marine ecosystem. Witness ...