Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Ladder-backed Woodpecker
Dryobates scalaris
The desert's industrious carpenter, the Ladder-backed Woodpecker is a master of survival in the arid landscapes of th...
Lapland Longspur
Calcarius lapponicus
A champion of the high Arctic, the Lapland Longspur brings a touch of the tundra to winter fields across the globe. K...
Lappet-faced Vulture
Torgos tracheliotos
The Lappet-faced Vulture is the powerhouse of the African savanna, possessing a beak strong enough to tear through th...
Large-billed Crow
Corvus macrorhynchos
The Large-billed Crow is the undisputed genius of the backyard. With a massive beak and a brain to match, this adapta...
Large Elaenia
Elaenia spectabilis
A spirited and vocal inhabitant of South American woodlands, the Large Elaenia is a master of the canopy. Recognizabl...
Large-footed Finch
Pezopetes capitalis
An oversized sparrow of the misty highlands, the Large-footed Finch is easily identified by its bold crown stripes an...
Lark Sparrow
Chondestes grammacus
With its bold harlequin face and melodic song, the Lark Sparrow is a standout among North American grassland birds. O...
Lattice-tailed Trogon
Trogon clathratus
A hidden gem of the Central American rainforest, the Lattice-tailed Trogon is named for the exquisite, lace-like patt...
Laughing Dove
Spilopelia senegalensis
A dainty, lilac-toned dove famous for its bubbling, laughter-like call and stippled copper necklace. Found everywhere...
Laughing Gull
Leucophaeus atricilla
With its iconic cackling call and striking black summer hood, the Laughing Gull is the spirited soundtrack of the Ame...
Laughing Kookaburra
Dacelo novaeguineae
Famous for its iconic 'laughing' call and bold personality, the Laughing Kookaburra is the king of the Australian bac...
Lawrence's Goldfinch
Spinus lawrencei
A rare gem of the American West, Lawrence's Goldfinch is a nomadic beauty known for its striking black mask and soft ...
Lazuli Bunting
Passerina amoena
A living gemstone of the Western wild, the Lazuli Bunting dazzles with its turquoise plumage and sweet, rolling song....
Least Auklet
Aethia pusilla
Meet the world's smallest auk, a tiny Arctic survivor that forms some of the largest bird colonies on the planet.
Least Bittern
Botaurus exilis
The Least Bittern is the ultimate marshland ghost—a tiny, acrobatic heron that stalks the reeds with unmatched stealt...
Least Flycatcher
Empidonax minimus
Small in size but big in personality, the Least Flycatcher is the smallest of its genus in eastern North America. Loo...
Least Pygmy-Owl
Glaucidium minutissimum
The Least Pygmy-Owl is a pint-sized powerhouse of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. With deceptive 'eyes' on the back of...
Least Sandpiper
Calidris minutilla
The world's smallest shorebird is a master of migration. Recognizable by its unique yellow legs and hunched posture, ...
Least Tern
Sternula antillarum
The smallest of the American terns, this acrobatic bird is a master of the plunge-dive and a spirited defender of the...
LeConte's Sparrow
Ammospiza leconteii
The LeConte's Sparrow is the 'grass-mouse' of the bird world, a secretive master of the prairie with stunning buff-or...
LeConte's Thrasher
Toxostoma lecontei
Meet the 'Ghost of the Desert,' a master of camouflage that thrives in the harshest heat of the American Southwest. T...
Lemon Dove
Aplopelia larvata
A secretive gem of the African forest, the Lemon Dove enchants with its warm cinnamon breast and ghostly white face. ...
Lemon-rumped Warbler
Phylloscopus chloronotus
A tiny, restless gem of the Himalayas, the Lemon-rumped Warbler is famous for its vibrant yellow rump and energetic c...
Lesser Adjutant
Leptoptilos javanicus
A towering and prehistoric-looking resident of Asian wetlands, the Lesser Adjutant commands attention with its massiv...
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
A sophisticated traveler with striking slate-colored wings and bright yellow legs, the Lesser Black-backed Gull is a ...
Lesser Blue-eared Starling
Lamprotornis chloropterus
A shimmer of living metal in the African savanna, the Lesser Blue-eared Starling dazzles with its iridescent plumage ...
Lesser Crested Tern
Thalasseus bengalensis
An elegant master of the coastline, the Lesser Crested Tern is instantly recognizable by its shock of black hair and ...
Lesser Elaenia
Elaenia chiriquensis
A small bird with a buzzy personality, the Lesser Elaenia is a master of the 'sally-strike' hunt. Recognized by its s...
Lesser Flamingo
Phoeniconaias minor
The Lesser Flamingo is the vibrant soul of the Rift Valley, forming the largest and most breathtaking avian spectacle...
Lesser Frigatebird
Fregata ariel
Often called the 'Man-o'-War' bird, the Lesser Frigatebird is the ultimate pirate of the tropical skies. With a massi...
Lesser Goldfinch
Spinus psaltria
The smallest goldfinch in North America, the Lesser Goldfinch is a bundle of yellow energy that lights up backyards f...
Lesser Kestrel
Falco naumanni
A social and striking falcon of the open plains, the Lesser Kestrel is famous for its acrobatic flight and preference...
Lesser Kiskadee
Philohydor lictor
A slender specialist of the shoreline, the Lesser Kiskadee is the elegant, water-loving relative of the Great Kiskade...
Lesser Masked Weaver
Ploceus intermedius
The Lesser Masked Weaver is the savanna's most industrious architect, known for weaving complex hanging nests and lig...
Lesser Rhea
Rhea pennata
Often called Darwin's Rhea, this flightless speedster is the spirit of the Patagonian wilderness. With its speckled p...
Lesser Spotted Eagle
Clanga pomarina
A majestic transcontinental traveler, the Lesser Spotted Eagle is as comfortable walking through a Polish meadow as i...
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