Wildlife Species Library

Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.

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Ethiopian Wolf
Mammals

Ethiopian Wolf

Canis simensis

Meet Africa's most endangered carnivore, a specialized highland hunter found only in the peaks of Ethiopia. With its ...

Eufala Skipper
Insects

Eufala Skipper

Lerodea eufala

The Eufala Skipper is a master of camouflage and a marathon traveler. Though it blends seamlessly into the grasses of...

Euglena sanguinea
Insects

Euglena sanguinea

Euglena sanguinea

Witness the microscopic magic that turns local ponds a brilliant shade of crimson. Euglena sanguinea is a shape-shift...

Eulachon
Fish

Eulachon

Thaleichthys pacificus

The eulachon is the shimmering 'candlefish' of the Pacific, a tiny but mighty smelt that fuels an entire coastal ecos...

Euonymus Scale
Insects

Euonymus Scale

Unaspis euonymi

Tiny but transformative, the Euonymus Scale is a master of camouflage that can encrust entire garden shrubs. Discover...

Eurasian Bittern
Birds

Eurasian Bittern

Botaurus stellaris

A master of camouflage hidden within the golden reeds, the Eurasian Bittern is a secretive marvel of the wetlands. Kn...

Eurasian Blackcap
Birds

Eurasian Blackcap

Sylvia atricapilla

With its soulful, fluting song and stylish 'skull cap,' the Eurasian Blackcap is the crown jewel of the European gard...

Eurasian Bullfinch
Birds

Eurasian Bullfinch

Pyrrhula pyrrhula

Admired for its vibrant rose-red breast and distinctive jet-black cap, the Eurasian Bullfinch is a crown jewel of the...

Eurasian Collared-Dove
Birds

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

A graceful and highly adaptable visitor, the Eurasian Collared-Dove is instantly recognizable by its soothing coo and...

Eurasian Coot
Birds

Eurasian Coot

Fulica atra

Recognizable by its coal-black plumage and stark white 'shield,' the Eurasian Coot is a feisty and fascinating waterb...

Eurasian Curlew
Birds

Eurasian Curlew

Numenius arquata

The Eurasian Curlew is the undisputed monarch of the marshlands, instantly recognizable by its elegant, scimitar-shap...

Eurasian Goshawk
Birds

Eurasian Goshawk

Astur gentilis

The Eurasian Goshawk is the 'phantom of the forest,' a master of high-speed aerial maneuvers and stealthy ambushes. D...

Eurasian Griffon
Birds

Eurasian Griffon

Gyps fulvus

The Eurasian Griffon is a majestic master of the mountain thermals, boasting a wingspan that can reach nearly nine fe...

Eurasian Hobby
Birds

Eurasian Hobby

Falco subbuteo

The Eurasian Hobby is a master of the summer skies, a sleek and slender falcon known for its incredible aerial acroba...

Eurasian Jackdaw
Birds

Eurasian Jackdaw

Coloeus monedula

The Eurasian Jackdaw is the dapper, silver-eyed intellectual of the corvid family. Known for their complex social liv...

Eurasian Jay
Birds

Eurasian Jay

Garrulus glandarius

With its signature electric blue wing patches and raspy call, the Eurasian Jay is the most colorful member of the cro...

Eurasian Kestrel
Birds

Eurasian Kestrel

Falco tinnunculus

The Eurasian Kestrel is a master of the air, famous for its ability to hover perfectly still while hunting. This char...

Eurasian Linnet
Birds

Eurasian Linnet

Linaria cannabina

A social finch with a song as bright as its plumage, the Eurasian Linnet is a delight of the open countryside. Watch ...

Eurasian Lynx
Mammals

Eurasian Lynx

Lynx lynx

The Eurasian Lynx is Europe's largest wild cat, a silent shadow with iconic ear tufts and paws designed for the deep ...

Eurasian Magpie
Birds

Eurasian Magpie

Pica pica

The Eurasian Magpie is the intelligent, iridescent jewel of the backyard. Known for their striking monochrome plumage...

Eurasian Oystercatcher
Birds

Eurasian Oystercatcher

Haematopus ostralegus

With its neon-orange bill and dapper black-and-white tuxedo, the Eurasian Oystercatcher is a bold and noisy highlight...

Eurasian Pine Marten
Mammals

Eurasian Pine Marten

Martes martes

Meet the forest's most acrobatic hunter. With its plush chocolate fur and striking golden bib, the Eurasian Pine Mart...

Eurasian Pygmy-Owl
Birds

Eurasian Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium passerinum

The Eurasian Pygmy-Owl may be small enough to fit in your palm, but it is a fierce and fearless hunter of the norther...

Eurasian Pygmy Shrew
Mammals

Eurasian Pygmy Shrew

Sorex minutus

A pint-sized powerhouse of the undergrowth, the Eurasian Pygmy Shrew is one of the world's smallest mammals. With a h...

Eurasian Red Squirrel
Mammals

Eurasian Red Squirrel

Sciurus vulgaris

With its iconic winter ear tufts and bushy tail, the Eurasian Red Squirrel is the undisputed acrobat of the European ...

Eurasian Scops-Owl
Birds

Eurasian Scops-Owl

Otus scops

A tiny master of camouflage with a hauntingly beautiful call, the Eurasian Scops-Owl is a hidden gem of the nocturnal...

Eurasian Siskin
Birds

Eurasian Siskin

Spinus spinus

A vibrant, acrobatic finch that brings a splash of yellow to winter gardens. Known for its social nature and love of ...

Eurasian Skylark
Birds

Eurasian Skylark

Alauda arvensis

Famous for its soaring, melodic song and humble brown plumage, the Eurasian Skylark is the quintessential bird of the...

Eurasian Sparrowhawk
Birds

Eurasian Sparrowhawk

Accipiter nisus

The ghost of the garden, the Eurasian Sparrowhawk is a lightning-fast predator that turns every backyard into a high-...

Eurasian Tree Sparrow
Birds

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

A dapper little visitor with a signature black cheek patch and a rich chestnut crown. The Eurasian Tree Sparrow is a ...

Eurasian Water Shrew
Mammals

Eurasian Water Shrew

Neomys fodiens

The world's smallest semi-aquatic hunter, the Eurasian water shrew is a venomous marvel of the riverbank. With its ve...

Eurasian Whimbrel
Birds

Eurasian Whimbrel

Numenius phaeopus

Meet the globe-trotting shorebird with a curved bill and a wandering spirit. From the arctic tundra to tropical mangr...

Eurasian Wigeon
Birds

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

With his dapper chestnut head and glowing yellow crown, the Eurasian Wigeon is the most musical guest in the winter w...

Eurasian Wren
Birds

Eurasian Wren

Troglodytes troglodytes

The Eurasian Wren is a pocket-sized powerhouse, known for its remarkably loud song and its habit of scurrying through...

Eurasian Wryneck
Birds

Eurasian Wryneck

Jynx torquilla

The Eurasian Wryneck is a cryptic wonder of the bird world, famous for its snake-like neck movements and intricate, b...

European Badger
Mammals

European Badger

Meles meles

The iconic architect of the evening, the European Badger is a social, nocturnal wanderer known for its striking monoc...

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