Wildlife Species Library

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

Birds

Yellow-throated Sandgrouse

Pterocles gutturalis

The Yellow-throated Sandgrouse is the golden-bibbed survivor of the African plains. Renowned for its incredible daily...

Birds

Yellow-throated Toucan

Ramphastos ambiguus

The largest toucan in Central America, this vocal giant is easily recognized by its massive yellow-and-maroon bill an...

Birds

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

With its brilliant yellow 'spectacles' and rich, buzzy song, the Yellow-throated Vireo is a crown jewel of the mature...

Birds

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

A methodical 'creeper' of the high canopy, the Yellow-throated Warbler is a master of the treetops. With its radiant ...

Birds

Yellow-throated Woodpecker

Piculus flavigula

A golden-throated marvel of the Amazon, this woodpecker is a master of the forest canopy. With its striking barred be...

Birds

Yellow-wattled Lapwing

Vanellus malabaricus

With its striking yellow facial wattles and a bold black cap, the Yellow-wattled Lapwing is the charismatic sentry of...

Fish

Yellowback Stingaree

Urolophus sufflavus

A golden-hued gem of the deep, the Yellowback Stingaree is a master of camouflage on Australia's continental shelf. R...

Fish

Yelloweye Leatherjacket

Pervagor alternans

A master of reef camouflage with a striking golden gaze, the Yelloweye Leatherjacket is a vibrant hidden gem of the S...

Fish

Yelloweye Rockfish

Sebastes ruberrimus

One of the longest-living creatures on the planet, the Yelloweye Rockfish is a vibrant, orange-hued sentinel of the d...

Fish

Yellowfin Bream

Acanthopagrus australis

The shimmering silver icon of Australia's east coast, the Yellowfin Bream is a clever scavenger that thrives in both ...

Fish

Yellowfin Croaker

Umbrina roncador

A golden-finned wonder of the Pacific shallows, the Yellowfin Croaker is a vocal and vibrant resident of Southern Cal...

Fish

Yellowfin Tuna

Thunnus albacares

The athlete of the open ocean, the Yellowfin Tuna is a flash of gold and silver in the deep blue. Known for its incre...

Birds

Yellowhammer

Emberiza citrinella

A splash of gold in the hedgerow, the Yellowhammer is a beloved icon of the Eurasian countryside. With its signature ...

Fish

Yellowhead Wrasse

Halichoeres garnoti

A flash of sunshine in the coral, the Yellowhead Wrasse is the Caribbean's most curious reef resident. Watch as these...

Fish

Yellowmargin Moray

Gymnothorax flavimarginatus

The Yellowmargin Moray is a master of the reef's shadows, identifiable by its striking leopard-spotted skin and a sig...

Fish

Yellowmouth Grouper

Mycteroperca interstitialis

A master of the Caribbean reefs, the Yellowmouth Grouper is easily identified by its golden 'smile' and intricate spo...

Fish

Yellowspotted Scorpionfish

Sebastapistes cyanostigma

A hidden gem of the coral reef, the Yellowspotted Scorpionfish combines dazzling pink and gold patterns with a secret...

Fish

Yellowstriped Leatherjacket

Meuschenia flavolineata

The Yellowstriped Leatherjacket is a master of the southern reefs, easily recognized by its golden racing stripes and...

Fish

Yellowtail Kingfish

Seriola lalandi

The ultimate athlete of the Southern Ocean, the Yellowtail Kingfish is a vibrant, high-speed predator that thrives in...

Fish

Yellowtail Rockfish

Sebastes flavidus

The bright, golden-tailed socialite of the Pacific kelp forests. Yellowtail Rockfish bring a splash of color and cons...

Fish

Yellowtail Scad

Trachurus novaezelandiae

A flash of gold in the coastal blue, the Yellowtail Scad is the energetic heartbeat of the reef. Known as 'Yakkas' to...

Fish

Yellowtail Snapper

Ocyurus chrysurus

A flash of gold in the blue Atlantic, the Yellowtail Snapper is one of the most vibrant and energetic residents of th...

Birds

Yucatan Vireo

Vireo magister

A methodical hunter of the tropical canopy, the Yucatan Vireo is a master of camouflage and melody. With its heavy bi...

Fish

Yucatán Molly

Poecilia velifera

The Yucatán Molly is a jewel of the Mexican coast, famous for the male's spectacular sail-like fin and shimmering iri...