Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Western Bonelli's Warbler
Phylloscopus bonelli
A minimalist beauty of the Mediterranean woods, the Western Bonelli’s Warbler is best known for its bright white plum...
Western Bumble Bee
Bombus occidentalis
Recognizable by the snowy white tip of its abdomen, the Western Bumble Bee is a master of buzz pollination and a vita...
Western Cattle-Egret
Ardea ibis
The Western Cattle Egret is the bold explorer of the heron world, trading the swamp for the open field. Famous for hi...
Western Chorus Frog
Pseudacris triseriata
The Western Chorus Frog is the tiny, striped herald of spring, famous for a call that sounds like a comb's teeth clic...
Western Corn Rootworm
Diabrotica virgifera
A striking yellow-and-black beetle with a big reputation, the Western Corn Rootworm is a fascinating study in miniatu...
Western Deer Mouse
Peromyscus sonoriensis
Meet the Western Deer Mouse, a wide-eyed and nimble nocturnal acrobat. While they may be small, these native rodents ...
Western Drywood Termite
Incisitermes minor
The Western Drywood Termite is a master of hidden architecture, living entirely within the wood it consumes. While th...
Western Emerald
Chlorostilbon melanorhynchus
A living jewel of the Andes, the Western Emerald dazzles with its metallic green feathers and acrobatic flight. This ...
Western Flycatcher
Empidonax difficilis
A master of the shaded understory, the Western Flycatcher is a small but spirited bird known for its distinctive tear...
Western Forktail
Ischnura perparva
The Western Forktail is a miniature marvel of the backyard pond, sporting a brilliant green thorax and an electric-bl...
Western Gorilla
Gorilla gorilla
The Western Gorilla is a symbol of the African rainforest’s untamed majesty, known for its incredible strength and co...
Western Gray Squirrel
Sciurus griseus
The 'silver ghost' of the Western woods, this elegant squirrel is known for its spectacular plume-like tail and shy d...
Western Greater Long-nosed Armadillo
Dasypus pastasae
The Western Greater Long-nosed Armadillo is a prehistoric-looking titan of the Amazonian undergrowth. Bulkier and mor...
Western Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Witness the spectacular 'water-dance' of the Western Grebe, a master of the wetlands with a swan-like neck and pierci...
Western Gregory
Plectroglyphidodon obreptus
The feisty 'farmer' of the shallow reef, the Western Gregory is a small fish with a massive personality. Watch as thi...
Western Gull
Larus occidentalis
The charismatic king of the West Coast shoreline, the Western Gull is a master of adaptation and a constant companion...
Western Japanese Common Toad
Bufo praetextatus
A stoic and nocturnal guardian of the garden, the Western Japanese Common Toad is a master of camouflage and a legend...
Western Kingbird
Tyrannus verticalis
A fearless aerial acrobat with a sunny disposition, the Western Kingbird is the undisputed ruler of the backyard fenc...
Western Leopard Toad
Sclerophrys pantherina
A vibrant jewel of the Cape, the Western Leopard Toad is famous for its striking patterns and its dramatic annual mig...
Western Marsh Harrier
Circus aeruginosus
The Western Marsh Harrier is the graceful ghost of the wetlands, easily recognized by its steady, low-level glide and...
Western Meadowlark
Sturnella neglecta
The Western Meadowlark is a vibrant symbol of the open prairie, easily recognized by its brilliant yellow chest and i...
Western Mosquitofish
Gambusia affinis
The ultimate backyard survivor, the Western Mosquitofish is a tiny powerhouse known for its voracious appetite for pe...
Western Orphean Warbler
Curruca hortensis
With its piercing pale eyes and sophisticated song, the Western Orphean Warbler is a crown jewel of the Mediterranean...
Western Polecat
Mustela putorius
The wild ancestor of the domestic ferret, the Western Polecat is a masked marauder of the night. Once rare, this elus...
Western Pondhawk
Erythemis collocata
The Western Pondhawk is the 'blue bomber' of the garden, a fierce and beautiful aerial acrobat that provides natural ...
Western Red-backed Vole
Clethrionomys californicus
A mahogany-furred treasure of the Pacific Northwest, the Western Red-backed Vole is the silent gardener of the forest...
Western Red Scorpionfish
Scorpaena sumptuosa
A master of disguise found in the rugged waters of Western Australia, the Western Red Scorpionfish is the ultimate am...
Western Roe Deer
Capreolus capreolus
Elegant, elusive, and unexpectedly vocal, the Western Roe Deer is a master of the woodland edge. Often called the 'ga...
Western Sandpiper
Calidris mauri
A tiny but mighty traveler, the Western Sandpiper is a master of the mudflats, using its specialized bill like a prec...
Western Screech-Owl
Megascops kennicottii
A pint-sized predator with a haunting song, the Western Screech-Owl is the ultimate backyard ghost, perfectly camoufl...
Western Spiny-tailed Iguana
Ctenosaura pectinata
A prehistoric master of the Mexican coast, the Western Spiny-tailed Iguana is a sun-loving sprinter with armor-like s...
Western Spotted Skunk
Spilogale gracilis
The Western Spotted Skunk is the acrobat of the skunk family, known for its stunning white-spotted coat and its uniqu...
Western Striped Cucumber Beetle
Acalymma trivittatum
A striking but tiny visitor to the summer garden, the Western Striped Cucumber Beetle is easily identified by its bol...
Western Subalpine Warbler
Curruca iberiae
A vibrant jewel of the Mediterranean thickets, the Western Subalpine Warbler is famous for its striking terracotta br...
Western Subterranean Termite
Reticulitermes hesperus
The Western Subterranean Termite is a hidden architect of the underground world, essential for forest health but a ch...
Western Tanager
Piranga ludoviciana
A splash of tropical color in the Western woods, the Western Tanager is one of North America's most stunning migrator...
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