Wildlife Species Library

Insects

Pernicious Scale

Comstockaspis perniciosa

The Pernicious Scale is a tiny but tenacious inhabitant of the backyard orchard. Though individually microscopic, the...

Birds

Peruvian Pelican

Pelecanus thagus

A massive master of the Humboldt Current, the Peruvian Pelican is an iconic sight along the South American coast. Kno...

Mammals

Peters' Duiker

Cephalophorus callipygus

A master of the African rainforest understory, the Peters' Duiker is a vibrant, ginger-hued antelope known for its se...

Insects

Phacus pyrum

Monomorphina pyrum

The emerald jewel of the microscopic world, Phacus pyrum is a pear-shaped wonder found in nearly every backyard pond....

Birds

Phainopepla

Phainopepla nitens

With its sleek crest, striking red eyes, and shimmering 'shining robe' of black feathers, the Phainopepla is the undi...

Mammals

Phayre's Leaf Monkey

Trachypithecus phayrei

Recognizable by their striking white 'spectacles' and long, graceful tails, Phayre's Leaf Monkey is a master of the A...

Birds

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

A hidden gem of the deciduous canopy, the Philadelphia Vireo is a master of camouflage. This migratory visitor deligh...

Birds

Philippine Eagle

Pithecophaga jefferyi

Witness the power of the world's most majestic bird of prey. With its iconic shaggy crest and massive wingspan, the P...

Amphibians

Pickerel Frog

Lithobates palustris

With its peculiar square spots and hidden flashes of yellow, the Pickerel Frog is the 'geometric beauty' of the amphi...

Birds

Pied Avocet

Recurvirostra avosetta

With its elegant upturned bill and striking monochrome plumage, the Pied Avocet is a masterpiece of the wetlands. Onc...

Birds

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

The 'water witch' of the marsh, the Pied-billed Grebe is a charming, secretive diver known for its incredible ability...

Birds

Pied Cormorant

Phalacrocorax varius

Striking monochrome plumage and a vibrant yellow face make the Pied Cormorant a coastal icon across Australasia. A ma...

Birds

Pied Crow

Corvus albus

Dapper and exceptionally bright, the Pied Crow is the tuxedo-clad genius of the African skies. Known for its bold whi...

Birds

Pied Heron

Egretta picata

Elegant and dapper, the Pied Heron is the 'black-tie' guest of the northern Australian wetlands. With its striking sl...

Birds

Pied Kingfisher

Ceryle rudis

A master of the hover and dive, the Pied Kingfisher is a monochrome marvel that turns every fishing trip into an acro...

Birds

Pied Stilt

Himantopus leucocephalus

With legs that seem to go on forever and a classic black-and-white plumage, the Pied Stilt is the most elegant visito...

Amphibians

Pig Frog

Lithobates grylio

A master of the Southern swamp, the pig frog is famous for its pig-like grunts and its ability to vanish into the lil...

Birds

Pigeon Guillemot

Cepphus columba

With their striking red feet and tuxedo-like plumage, Pigeon Guillemots are the most approachable acrobats of the Pac...

Fish

Pigfish

Orthopristis chrysoptera

Famous for the 'grunt' that gives them their name, the Pigfish is a shimmering, golden-spotted staple of Atlantic coa...

Insects

Pigweed Flea Beetle

Disonycha glabrata

A striking gymnast of the garden, the Pigweed Flea Beetle sports bold racing stripes and a 'spring-loaded' escape pla...

Fish

Pikey Bream

Acanthopagrus pacificus

A powerful and resilient inhabitant of northern mangroves, the Pikey Bream is a master of the murky estuarine shadows.

Birds

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

A prehistoric-looking giant of the North American woods, the Pileated Woodpecker is as famous for its flaming red cre...

Fish

Pilotfish

Naucrates ductor

The zebra-striped navigator of the deep blue. Famous for its fearless companionship with apex predators, the Pilotfis...

Insects

Pine Bark Adelgid

Pineus strobi

Transform your view of the Eastern White Pine by zooming in on the Pine Bark Adelgid. These tiny architects create sn...

Birds

Pine Bunting

Emberiza leucocephalos

A striking traveler from the Siberian wilderness, the Pine Bunting brings a touch of the taiga to winter gardens. Wit...

Birds

Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

Meet the 'mope' of the north, a gentle giant among finches known for its stunning rosy plumage and calm demeanor. The...

Insects

pine needle scale

Chionaspis pinifoliae

Transforming green needles into white-flecked landscapes, the pine needle scale is a master of camouflage and station...

Birds

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

The Pine Siskin is a whirlwind of energy, often arriving in sudden, massive winter flocks that turn a quiet backyard ...

Birds

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

The yellow-chested specialist of the pine barrens, this hardy songbird is a frequent visitor to backyard suet feeders...

Insects

Pine Woolly-aphid

Pineus pini

Look closely at the 'snow' on your pine branches and you might find the Pine Woolly-aphid. These tiny architects shro...

Fish

Pinfish

Lagodon rhomboides

The spunky and colorful Pinfish is a coastal backyard favorite, easily identified by its shimmering stripes and a sig...

Birds

Pink-backed Pelican

Pelecanus rufescens

The Pink-backed Pelican is a master of the African sky and swamp. Smaller and more agile than its cousins, this uniqu...

Insects

Pink-barred Sallow

Xanthia togata

With its vibrant canary-yellow wings and royal purple accents, the Pink-barred Sallow is a stunning late-season visit...

Birds

Pink-footed Shearwater

Ardenna creatopus

A champion of the Pacific, the Pink-footed Shearwater is a majestic long-distance migrant that glides effortlessly ov...

Fish

Pink Whipray

Pateobatis fai

A majestic resident of tropical reefs, the Pink Whipray is easily identified by its soft pastel hues and a tail that ...

Fish

Pinkrose Rockfish

Sebastes simulator

A hidden gem of the deep Pacific, the Pinkrose Rockfish is a master of camouflage among the colorful reefs of the Cal...