Wildlife Species Library

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Horseshoe Leatherjacket

Meuschenia hippocrepis

Defined by its striking blue iridescence and a signature horseshoe mark, this inquisitive filefish is a master of the...

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Houndfish

Tylosurus crocodilus

The Houndfish is the undisputed giant of the needlefish family, a silver-scaled hunter that skims the surface of trop...

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Hyrtl's Catfish

Neosilurus hyrtlii

A hardy survivor of the Australian outback, Hyrtl's Catfish is a fascinating, eel-like tandan that thrives in some of...

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Indian Ocean Blue-spotted Maskray

Neotrygon indica

A striking bottom-dweller of the tropical Indian Ocean, the Blue-spotted Maskray is famous for its vivid cerulean spo...

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Indonesian Bamboo Shark

Chiloscyllium hasseltii

A master of the nocturnal reef, the Indonesian Bamboo Shark is famous for 'walking' across the seafloor on its fins. ...

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Inland Silverside

Menidia beryllina

A shimmering marvel of North American shallows, the Inland Silverside is a master of the school. Its translucent body...

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Ironcolor Shiner

Alburnops chalybaeus

A striking minnow of the American coastal plains, the ironcolor shiner is easily identified by the bold black stripe ...

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Island Jack

Ferdauia orthogrammus

An elegant and fast-moving predator of the Indo-Pacific, the Island Jack is easily recognized by its golden spots and...

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Island Mackerel

Rastrelliger faughni

A shimmering marvel of the Indo-Pacific, the Island Mackerel is a master of speed and social survival. These silvery ...

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Jack Silverside

Atherinopsis californiensis

A shimmering presence in the Pacific surf, the Jack Silverside is the silver streak of our coastal bays. Known for it...

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Japanese Pond Smelt

Hypomesus nipponensis

A shimmering marvel of temperate waters, the Japanese Pond Smelt is a master of the silver school. Known for its tran...

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Javanese Damselfish

Neoglyphidodon oxyodon

A pint-sized powerhouse of the Pacific, the Javanese Damselfish dazzles with neon blue stripes and a fierce, territor...

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Jenkins' Whipray

Pateobatis jenkinsii

A majestic and sturdy dweller of the Indo-Pacific seafloor, the Jenkins' Whipray is easily identified by its impressi...

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Jewel Damsel

Stegastes lacrymatus

A glittering gem of the reef, the Jewel Damsel is a tiny but feisty farmer that guards its underwater garden with shi...

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Jewelled Blenny

Salarias fasciatus

Meet the 'Lawnmower Blenny,' a master of camouflage and the most industrious gardener of the Indo-Pacific reefs. With...

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Kapala Stingaree

Urolophus kapalensis

An elusive master of camouflage endemic to Australia's eastern shores, the Kapala Stingaree is a stunning example of ...

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Keeltail Needlefish

Platybelone argalus

A shimmering arrow of the tropical shallows, the Keeltail Needlefish is a master of surface camouflage. Recognized by...

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Kelp Bass

Paralabrax clathratus

A majestic resident of the Pacific kelp forests, the Kelp Bass is as curious as it is camouflaged. With its iconic 'c...

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Kelp Rockfish

Sebastes atrovirens

A master of underwater camouflage, the Kelp Rockfish is the silent sentinel of the Pacific's golden forests. Often fo...

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King Mackerel

Scomberomorus cavalla

The King Mackerel is a silver-streaked powerhouse of the Atlantic, famous for its high-speed aerial strikes and migra...

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Kiyi

Coregonus kiyi

The Kiyi is a shimmering ghost of the Great Lakes, a deepwater specialist that thrives in the cold, pressurized darkn...

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Laced Moray

Gymnothorax favagineus

The Laced Moray is the stunning 'leopard' of the ocean, draped in a high-contrast honeycomb pattern that provides per...

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Lake Trout

Salvelinus namaycush

A deep-water titan of the north, the Lake Trout is a master of the cold. With its beautiful spotted coat and forked t...

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Lake Whitefish

Coregonus clupeaformis

Meet the 'silver of the Great Lakes.' The Lake Whitefish is a cold-water specialist recognized by its unique humpback...

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Lane Snapper

Lutjanus synagris

Featuring brilliant golden stripes and a signature black 'thumbprint,' the Lane Snapper is a colorful jewel of the At...

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Largehead Hairtail

Trichiurus lepturus

A shimmering silver ribbon of the deep, the Largehead Hairtail is a fierce predator known for its fang-like teeth and...

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Largescale Stoneroller

Campostoma oligolepis

The Largescale Stoneroller is a hardworking herbivore and a vital architect of North American streams. Watch as these...

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Leaf Scorpionfish

Taenianotus triacanthus

A master of underwater disguise, the Leaf Scorpionfish hides in plain sight by mimicking a piece of drifting debris. ...

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Leafy Filefish

Chaetodermis penicilligerus

The ultimate master of marine disguise, the Leafy Filefish uses elaborate skin tassels and a swaying motion to transf...

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Least Brook Lamprey

Lampetra aepyptera

Meet the Least Brook Lamprey, a harmless, ancient resident of North American streams that spends years hidden in the ...

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Least Killifish

Heterandria formosa

Meet North America's smallest fish, a tiny livebearer that thrives in the hidden jungles of backyard ponds and southe...

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Lemon Shark

Negaprion brevirostris

With their signature sun-kissed hue and social disposition, lemon sharks are the charismatic residents of the world's...

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Leopard Dace

Rhinichthys falcatus

With its striking spotted pattern and love for rushing rivers, the Leopard Dace is a hidden gem of the Pacific Northw...

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Leopard Shark

Triakis semifasciata

Admired for its stunning spotted coat and graceful movement, the Leopard Shark is a peaceful resident of North Americ...

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Leopard Whipray

Himantura leoparda

Adorned with striking leopard-like rings, this graceful stingray is a master of disguise in the tropical Indo-Pacific...

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Lesser Amberjack

Seriola fasciata

The Lesser Amberjack is a hidden gem of the deep Atlantic, a streamlined hunter that thrives among the shadows of anc...