Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Gadwall
Mareca strepera
The Gadwall is the 'gentleman duck' of the wetlands, sporting sophisticated, understated patterns and a clever person...
Galápagos Dove
Zenaida galapagoensis
The Galápagos Dove is a jewel of the archipelago, famous for its striking cobalt-blue eye-rings and its remarkably tr...
Galápagos Penguin
Spheniscus mendiculus
The only penguin species to cross into the Northern Hemisphere, the Galápagos Penguin is a resilient island dweller t...
Gambel's Quail
Callipepla gambelii
The iconic 'top-knotted' socialite of the American Southwest, Gambel's Quail are famous for their scurrying coveys an...
Garden Emerald
Chlorostilbon assimilis
A shimmering jewel of the Central American Pacific coast, the Garden Emerald is a tiny but feisty hummingbird that br...
Garden Warbler
Sylvia borin
The master of disguise in the bird world, the Garden Warbler trades bright colors for a beautiful, flute-like song. D...
Gartered Violaceous Trogon
Trogon caligatus
A flash of violet and gold in the tropical canopy, the Gartered Violaceous Trogon is a master of the 'sit-and-wait' h...
Giant Conebill
Conirostrum binghami
A specialist of the high Andes, the Giant Conebill is an acrobatic master of the Polylepis forests, recognized by its...
Giant Cowbird
Molothrus oryzivorus
The largest of the cowbirds, this iridescent Neotropical specialist is famous for its clever brood parasitism and str...
Giant Hummingbird
Patagona gigas
The Giant Hummingbird is a true marvel of the Andes, standing as the largest hummingbird in the world with the wingsp...
Giant Kingfisher
Megaceryle maxima
The largest kingfisher on the African continent, this striking bird is a master of the 'sit-and-wait' hunting techniq...
Gila Woodpecker
Melanerpes uropygialis
The spirited architect of the desert, the Gila Woodpecker is as famous for its bold personality as it is for its icon...
Gilded Flicker
Colaptes chrysoides
The golden-winged architect of the Sonoran Desert, the Gilded Flicker is a striking woodpecker that makes its home in...
Gilded Hummingbird
Hylocharis chrysura
With its shimmering bronze-green feathers and striking coral-red bill, the Gilded Hummingbird is a jewel of South Ame...
Gilt-edged Tanager
Tangara cyanoventris
A shimmering jewel of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, the Gilt-edged Tanager captivates with its brilliant golden plum...
Glaucous Gull
Larus hyperboreus
The Glaucous Gull is a ghostly titan of the north, ruling the Arctic skies with its massive wingspan and distinctive ...
Glaucous Macaw
Anodorhynchus glaucus
A turquoise ghost of the South American rivers, the Glaucous Macaw is a majestic parrot that remains one of the world...
Glaucous Tanager
Thraupis glaucocolpa
A shimmering pale-blue gem of the northern South American lowlands, the Glaucous Tanager is a social and vocal visito...
Glaucous-winged Gull
Larus glaucescens
Meet the undisputed king of the Pacific Northwest coast. With its pearly grey wings and bold personality, the Glaucou...
Glistening-green Tanager
Chlorochrysa phoenicotis
The Glistening-green Tanager is a living emerald of the Andean cloud forests. With its luminous plumage and energetic...
Glittering-bellied Emerald
Chlorostilbon lucidus
A shimmering jewel of the southern hemisphere, the Glittering-bellied Emerald brings a flash of metallic green and a ...
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...
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...
Glossy Flowerpiercer
Diglossa lafresnayii
The Glossy Flowerpiercer is the clever 'nectar thief' of the Andes, easily recognized by its uniquely hooked bill and...
Glossy Ibis
Plegadis falcinellus
With its shimmering iridescent plumage and elegant curved bill, the Glossy Ibis is a stunning visitor to wetlands acr...
Glowing Puffleg
Eriocnemis vestita
A high-altitude marvel of the Andes, the Glowing Puffleg dazzles with iridescent violet plumage and its signature whi...
Goldcrest
Regulus regulus
As Europe's smallest bird, the Goldcrest is a featherweight marvel with a fiery crown. This energetic 'petty king' is...
Golden-bellied Euphonia
Euphonia chrysopasta
A radiant jewel of the Amazonian canopy, the Golden-bellied Euphonia is famous for its shimmering yellow plumage and ...
Golden-breasted Puffleg
Eriocnemis mosquera
A shimmering jewel of the high Andes, the Golden-breasted Puffleg is instantly recognizable by its bronzed plumage an...
Golden-browed Chlorophonia
Chlorophonia callophrys
A dazzling gem of the Central American cloud forests, the Golden-browed Chlorophonia captivates with its neon green p...
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...
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...
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...
Golden-chevroned Tanager
Thraupis ornata
A dazzling endemic of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, the Golden-chevroned Tanager is a social garden visitor famous f...
Golden-collared Woodpecker
Veniliornis cassini
A small but striking inhabitant of the Amazonian canopy, the Golden-collared Woodpecker is named for its brilliant ye...
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...
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