Wildlife Species Library

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

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Trinidad Piping-Guan
Birds

Trinidad Piping-Guan

Pipile pipile

The Trinidad Piping-Guan, or Pawi, is one of the rarest birds on the planet. Found only in the lush rainforests of Tr...

Triple-spotted Clay
Insects

Triple-spotted Clay

Xestia ditrapezium

A nocturnal gem of the Eurasian woodlands, the Triple-spotted Clay is prized by moth-watchers for its rich purplish h...

Tristan Albatross
Birds

Tristan Albatross

Diomedea dabbenena

A critically endangered master of the winds, the Tristan Albatross is one of the world's most magnificent and rarest ...

Tropical House Gecko
Reptiles

Tropical House Gecko

Hemidactylus mabouia

The ultimate 'wall-walker' of the night, the Tropical House Gecko is a tiny, vocal predator that has turned our subur...

Tropical Kingbird
Birds

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

Meet the bold and bright sentinel of the tropics. With its vibrant yellow belly and fearless attitude, the Tropical K...

Tropical Mockingbird
Birds

Tropical Mockingbird

Mimus gilvus

The ultimate backyard entertainer, the Tropical Mockingbird is a master of mimicry and a bold guardian of its territo...

Tropical Parula
Birds

Tropical Parula

Setophaga pitiayumi

A vibrant, acrobatic gem of the neotropics, the Tropical Parula is a tiny power-house of energy known for its brillia...

Trowbridge's Shrew
Mammals

Trowbridge's Shrew

Sorex trowbridgii

A tiny powerhouse of the Pacific Northwest, Trowbridge's Shrew is a master of the forest floor. Despite its small siz...

Trumpeter Swan
Birds

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

The Trumpeter Swan is the heaviest bird native to North America and a true icon of conservation. Its snowy white feat...

Tsessebe
Mammals

Tsessebe

Damaliscus lunatus

Discover the Tsessebe, Africa's fastest antelope, known for its incredible stamina and unique purplish-chestnut coat....

Tubenose Goby
Fish

Tubenose Goby

Proterorhinus marmoratus

A master of camouflage with a very peculiar nose, the Tubenose Goby is a fascinating bottom-dweller of the Black Sea ...

Tubercled Pygmy Frog
Amphibians

Tubercled Pygmy Frog

Microhyla butleri

The Tubercled Pygmy Frog is a pocket-sized wonder of the Asian undergrowth. Known for its 'painted' markings and a vo...

Tufted Gray Langur
Mammals

Tufted Gray Langur

Semnopithecus priam

With its silver-gray coat and iconic 'mohawk' crest, the Tufted Gray Langur is one of South Asia's most charismatic p...

Tufted Puffin
Birds

Tufted Puffin

Fratercula cirrhata

With its iconic golden plumes and massive orange bill, the Tufted Puffin is often called the 'sea parrot.' These char...

Tufted Titmouse
Birds

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

Bold, crested, and full of personality, the Tufted Titmouse is the backyard acrobat that every birdwatcher loves. Wit...

Tui Parakeet
Birds

Tui Parakeet

Brotogeris sanctithomae

A social and spirited resident of the Amazon, the Tui Parakeet is instantly recognizable by the sun-yellow patch on i...

Tule Bluet
Insects

Tule Bluet

Enallagma carunculatum

The Tule Bluet is a dazzling splash of electric blue found dancing across North American wetlands. This resilient dam...

Tulip-tree Silkmoth
Insects

Tulip-tree Silkmoth

Callosamia angulifera

A nocturnal giant of the Eastern forests, the Tulip-tree Silkmoth is a master of camouflage and a spectacular find fo...

Tuliptree scale
Insects

Tuliptree scale

Toumeyella liriodendri

The Tuliptree scale is a master of the sedentary life, masquerading as a simple bump on a branch while supporting an ...

Tumbes Hummingbird
Birds

Tumbes Hummingbird

Thaumasius baeri

A resilient specialist of the South American dry forests, the Tumbes Hummingbird is an understated beauty. This hardy...

Tundra Swan
Birds

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

The Tundra Swan is a majestic Arctic traveler that brings a touch of wild elegance to winter wetlands. Watch for thei...

Turkey Vulture
Birds

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

The Turkey Vulture is a master of the skies, using a keen sense of smell and massive wingspan to patrol the landscape...

Turner's Thick-toed Gecko
Reptiles

Turner's Thick-toed Gecko

Chondrodactylus turneri

A robust and charismatic resident of southern African gardens, Turner's Thick-toed Gecko is a master of the night. Wi...

Turnip Sawfly
Insects

Turnip Sawfly

Athalia rosae

The Turnip Sawfly is a jewel-toned visitor to the summer garden, easily recognized by its glowing orange body and dar...

Turquoise-browed Motmot
Birds

Turquoise-browed Motmot

Eumomota superciliosa

The 'Torogoz' of Central America is a living jewel, famous for its incredible racket-tipped tail and glowing turquois...

Turquoise-fronted Amazon
Birds

Turquoise-fronted Amazon

Amazona aestiva

With its stunning blue forehead and boisterous personality, the Turquoise-fronted Amazon is the vibrant soul of the S...

Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Insects

Twelve-spotted Skimmer

Libellula pulchella

A master of aerial maneuvers, the Twelve-spotted Skimmer is easily recognized by its ornate, spotted wings and bold t...

Twin-spot Skipper
Insects

Twin-spot Skipper

Oligoria maculata

A small but striking resident of the Southeast, the Twin-spot Skipper is easily identified by the bright white dots t...

Twister
Insects

Twister

Tholymis tillarga

The ghost of the twilight garden, the Twister is a master of evening aerobatics. Known for its glowing white wing pat...

Twite
Birds

Twite

Linaria flavirostris

Meet the hardy 'mountain linnet,' a master of the windswept coast and rugged moorland. With its subtle streaked pluma...

Two-banded Seabream
Fish

Two-banded Seabream

Diplodus prayensis

The Two-banded Seabream is a shimmering, striped jewel found only in the crystal-clear waters of Cape Verde. Its bold...

Two-banded Warbler
Birds

Two-banded Warbler

Myiothlypis bivittata

With its striking golden belly and bold 'racing stripes' across its crown, the Two-banded Warbler is a vibrant gem of...

Two-lined Spittlebug
Insects

Two-lined Spittlebug

Prosapia bicincta

A striking master of disguise and jumping, the Two-lined Spittlebug brings a splash of racing-stripe color to Eastern...

Two-spotted Bumble Bee
Insects

Two-spotted Bumble Bee

Bombus bimaculatus

The Two-spotted Bumble Bee is the herald of spring, often the very first bee to visit your garden as the weather warm...

Two-spotted Lady Beetle
Insects

Two-spotted Lady Beetle

Adalia bipunctata

A pint-sized guardian of the garden, the Two-spotted Lady Beetle is a vibrant red ally in the fight against plant pes...

Twospotted Spider Mite
Arachnids

Twospotted Spider Mite

Tetranychus urticae

The Twospotted Spider Mite is a master weaver that builds an entire world on the underside of a single leaf. Nearly i...

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