Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Abdim's Stork
Ciconia abdimii
Meet the 'Rain Bird,' the world's smallest stork and a beloved symbol of coming storms across Africa. With its irides...
Abert's Towhee
Melozone aberti
A secretive specialist of the desert Southwest, the Abert's Towhee is a master of the undergrowth. With its soulful b...
Abyssinian Ground Hornbill
Bucorvus abyssinicus
A prehistoric-looking giant of the African savanna, the Abyssinian Ground Hornbill is a master of the grasslands. Wit...
Abyssinian Roller
Coracias abyssinicus
A flash of sapphire and turquoise against the dusty Sahel, the Abyssinian Roller is a master of the aerial hunt. With...
Abyssinian Scimitarbill
Rhinopomastus minor
With its striking scimitar-shaped orange bill and iridescent midnight plumage, the Abyssinian Scimitarbill is a maste...
Acadian Flycatcher
Empidonax virescens
A hidden gem of the humid woods, the Acadian Flycatcher is a vibrant olive-green hunter that thrives near forest stre...
African Collared-Dove
Streptopelia roseogrisea
A resilient beauty of the Sahel, the African Collared-Dove brings a touch of desert elegance to any backyard. Recogni...
African Dwarf Kingfisher
Ispidina lecontei
The African Dwarf Kingfisher is the world's smallest kingfisher, a tiny crimson-billed gem that haunts the shadows of...
African Fish-Eagle
Icthyophaga vocifer
Known as the iconic 'Voice of Africa,' the African Fish-Eagle is a master of the skies and the water. With its striki...
African Openbill
Anastomus lamelligerus
Master of the marshlands, the African Openbill features one of nature's most specialized tools: a nutcracker-like bil...
African Penguin
Spheniscus demersus
The only penguin species native to Africa, these 'tuxedoed' coastal residents are as famous for their donkey-like bra...
African Pygmy Kingfisher
Ispidina picta
The African Pygmy Kingfisher is a tiny, jewel-toned marvel of the African woodland. Though it carries the kingfisher ...
African Sacred Ibis
Threskiornis aethiopicus
Symbol of the ancient Egyptian god Thoth, this striking bird is a master of adaptation, thriving in both wild wetland...
African Woolly-necked Stork
Ciconia microscelis
A striking wader with a unique 'woolly' white neck and iridescent black plumage. Once a shy wetland resident, this ad...
Alder Flycatcher
Empidonax alnorum
A master of the northern thickets, the Alder Flycatcher is a long-distance traveler known for its distinctive 'free-b...
Alexandrine Parakeet
Psittacula eupatria
The Alexandrine Parakeet is a regal, emerald-hued icon of the Asian canopy. Named after Alexander the Great, these in...
Allen's Hummingbird
Selasphorus sasin
A copper-colored jewel of the Pacific coast, the Allen's Hummingbird is a feisty aerial acrobat famous for its brilli...
Alpine Accentor
Prunella collaris
A hardy specialist of the high peaks, the Alpine Accentor thrives where few other birds dare to go. Known for its 'ta...
Altamira Oriole
Icterus gularis
The crown jewel of the Rio Grande Valley, the Altamira Oriole brings a burst of tropical orange to the borderlands. A...
Amazilia Hummingbird
Amazilis amazilia
A shimmering jewel of the Pacific coast, the Amazilia Hummingbird is a bold and feisty resident of South American gar...
Amazon Kingfisher
Chloroceryle amazona
A striking master of the tropical waterways, the Amazon Kingfisher is easily identified by its shaggy green crest and...
Amazonian Motmot
Momotus momota
With its stunning turquoise crown and unique 'racquet' tail, the Amazonian Motmot is one of the most iconic sights of...
Amazonian Pygmy-Owl
Glaucidium hardyi
The Amazonian Pygmy-Owl is a pint-sized powerhouse of the rainforest canopy. Though barely larger than a sparrow, thi...
Amazonian Violaceous Trogon
Trogon ramonianus
Decked in iridescent violet and brilliant gold, the Amazonian Violaceous Trogon is a tropical treasure. This elusive ...
American Avocet
Recurvirostra americana
With its elegantly upturned bill and striking cinnamon breeding plumage, the American Avocet is one of North America'...
American Barn Owl
Tyto furcata
Known as the 'Ghost Owl' for its silent flight and stark white face, the American Barn Owl is nature's most elegant n...
American Bittern
Botaurus lentiginosus
A master of disguise and a phantom of the marsh, the American Bittern is famous for its 'sky-pointing' camouflage and...
American Black Duck
Anas rubripes
The American Black Duck is the 'shadow' of the marsh—a dark, elegant, and notoriously shy dabbler that haunts the qui...
American Coot
Fulica americana
Often mistaken for a duck, the American Coot is a charismatic marsh bird with a striking white bill and a rhythmic he...
American Crow
Corvus brachyrhynchos
Brilliant, social, and remarkably adaptable, the American Crow is a highly intelligent neighbor with a complex family...
American Flamingo
Phoenicopterus ruber
The American Flamingo is a masterpiece of evolution, sporting brilliant coral plumage and a specialized bill for filt...
American Golden-Plover
Pluvialis dominica
The American Golden-Plover is one of nature's greatest voyagers, migrating from the Arctic tundra to the Argentine pa...
American Goldfinch
Spinus tristis
Often called the 'wild canary,' the American Goldfinch is a vibrant burst of yellow that brings acrobatic energy and ...
American Herring Gull
Larus smithsonianus
Often called the quintessential 'sea gull,' the American Herring Gull is a master of the North American coastlines an...
American Kestrel
Falco sparverius
North America’s smallest falcon is a colorful, high-speed hunter known for its ability to hover in place while tracki...
American Oystercatcher
Haematopus palliatus
The American Oystercatcher is the master of the shoreline, equipped with a heavy-duty orange bill designed for the ul...
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