Wildlife Species Library

Birds

Chestnut-headed Bee-eater

Merops leschenaulti

Adorned with a fiery crown and turquoise rump, the Chestnut-headed Bee-eater is a master of the skies. This social ae...

Birds

Chestnut-headed Oropendola

Psarocolius wagleri

A master of the tropical canopy, the Chestnut-headed Oropendola is famous for its intricate hanging nests and mechani...

Fish

Chestnut Lamprey

Ichthyomyzon castaneus

An ancient, jawless survivor of North American rivers, the Chestnut Lamprey is a marvel of prehistoric evolution. Fro...

Birds

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

A vibrant gem of the shrublands, the Chestnut-sided Warbler is easily recognized by its golden crown and rich reddish...

Birds

Chiguanco Thrush

Turdus chiguanco

A quintessential Andean songbird, the Chiguanco Thrush is as famous for its rich, fluting song as it is for its bold,...

Birds

Chihuahuan Raven

Corvus cryptoleucus

A master of the desert sky, the Chihuahuan Raven is the 'white-necked' ghost of the arid Southwest. Intelligent and h...

Birds

Chilean Flamingo

Phoenicopterus chilensis

The Chilean Flamingo is the socialite of the South American wetlands, recognizable by its unique 'pink knees' and syn...

Birds

Chilean Flicker

Colaptes pitius

The Chilean Flicker is a charismatic, ground-dwelling woodpecker native to the temperate forests and fields of Chile ...

Fish

Chilean jack mackerel

Trachurus murphyi

The Chilean jack mackerel is the silver engine of the South Pacific, forming massive shimmering schools that traverse...

Birds

Chilean Mockingbird

Mimus thenca

Meet the 'Tenca,' Chile's premier avian impersonator. With its long tail and legendary singing voice, this charismati...

Birds

Chilean Skua

Stercorarius chilensis

The Chilean Skua is the bold, cinnamon-chested pirate of the Patagonian coast. Known for its fearless nature and aeri...

Fish

Chilipepper

Sebastes goodei

A vibrant splash of red in the deep blue, the Chilipepper rockfish is a social deep-sea species known for its schooli...

Mammals

Chilla

Lycalopex grisea

The Chilla is a master of the Patagonian wilderness, a grizzled survivor that navigates everything from arid deserts ...

Birds

Chiloe Wigeon

Mareca sibilatrix

The Chiloé Wigeon is a stunning, whistling waterfowl native to the southern tip of South America. With its brilliant ...

Mammals

Chimpanzee

Pan troglodytes

Meet our closest living relatives, the brilliant and social architects of the African rainforest. From intricate tool...

Fish

China Rockfish

Sebastes nebulosus

Defined by its bold golden stripe and stoic personality, the China Rockfish is a masterpiece of the Pacific reef. Thi...

Mammals

Chinese Takin

Budorcas tibetana

The Chinese Takin is the golden giant of the Himalayas, a mountain-dwelling marvel that looks like a cross between a ...

Fish

Chinook Salmon

Oncorhynchus tshawytscha

The undisputed 'King' of the Pacific Northwest, the Chinook Salmon is famous for its massive size and one of the most...

Birds

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

Recognizable by its jaunty rusty cap and crisp white eyebrow, the Chipping Sparrow is a delightful and tame visitor t...

Mammals

Chital

Axis axis

With its striking white-spotted coat and elegant antlers, the Chital is often considered the most beautiful deer spec...

Birds

Choco Warbler

Myiothlypis chlorophrys

A vibrant yellow gem of the humid Pacific forests, the Choco Warbler is a master of the tropical understory. Watch fo...

Birds

Chopí Blackbird

Gnorimopsar chopi

With its soulful whistles and shimmering jet-black plumage, the Chopí Blackbird is the musical heart of the South Ame...

Birds

Christmas Frigatebird

Fregata andrewsi

The rarest frigatebird on Earth, this magnificent aerialist is a master of the Indian Ocean skies. With its massive w...

Birds

Cinereous Conebill

Conirostrum cinereum

The Cinereous Conebill is a tiny, silver-gray acrobat of the Andes, known for its restless energy and remarkable abil...

Birds

Cinereous Vulture

Aegypius monachus

The 'Monk of the Skies' is a shadow over the mountains, boasting a ten-foot wingspan that makes it the largest bird o...

Birds

Cinnamon-bellied Flowerpiercer

Diglossa baritula

Meet the clever "nectar thief" of the highlands, known for its rich rufous belly and a specialized bill that unlocks ...

Birds

Cinnamon Hummingbird

Amazilia rutila

A warm-hued gem of the dry tropics, the Cinnamon Hummingbird is as bold as it is beautiful. Found from Mexico to Cost...

Birds

Cinnamon-rumped Seedeater

Sporophila torqueola

A dapper little songbird endemic to Western Mexico, the Cinnamon-rumped Seedeater is a master of the grasslands. Know...

Birds

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

With its striking burnt-orange plumage and piercing red eyes, the Cinnamon Teal is a vibrant highlight of western wet...

Birds

Cirl Bunting

Emberiza cirlus

A hidden treasure of the Mediterranean and the Devon coast, the Cirl Bunting is a master of the hedgerow. With its st...

Fish

Cisco

Coregonus artedi

Discover the silver ghost of the Great Lakes. The Cisco is a master of the deep, known for its shimmering schools and...

Birds

Citreoline Trogon

Trogon citreolus

An endemic treasure of western Mexico, the Citreoline Trogon lights up the dry forest with its lemon-yellow plumage a...

Insects

citricola scale

Coccus pseudomagnoliarum

The citricola scale is a master of camouflage, masquerading as a simple bump on a citrus twig. Despite its small size...

Birds

Citril Finch

Carduelis citrinella

Meet the 'Alpine Finch,' a high-altitude specialist known for its striking grey neck and vibrant yellow-green feather...

Birds

Citrine Wagtail

Motacilla citreola

A vibrant splash of yellow in the marshlands, the Citrine Wagtail is a master of the wetlands. Known for its rhythmic...

Birds

Citrine Warbler

Myiothlypis luteoviridis

A vibrant gem of the high Andes, the Citrine Warbler illuminates the misty cloud forests with its brilliant yellow pl...