Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Atlantic Croaker
Micropogonias undulatus
The Atlantic Croaker is the bronze-hued 'drummer' of the coast, famous for its vocal personality and shimmering scale...
Atlantic Flyingfish
Cheilopogon melanurus
Witness the spectacular gliders of the deep. The Atlantic Flyingfish turns the ocean surface into a runway, escaping ...
Atlantic Herring
Clupea harengus
The Atlantic Herring is the 'Silver of the Sea,' a shimmering marvel of the North Atlantic that moves in massive, syn...
Atlantic Horse Mackerel
Trachurus trachurus
A shimmering icon of the Atlantic, this fast-moving schooling fish is easily identified by its unique 'armored' later...
Atlantic Mackerel
Scomber scombrus
A masterpiece of marine engineering, the Atlantic Mackerel is famous for its shimmering iridescent scales and lightni...
Atlantic Menhaden
Brevoortia tyrannus
Known as the silver foundation of the Atlantic ecosystem, these shimmering filter feeders travel in massive, mesmeriz...
Atlantic Moonfish
Selene setapinnis
A master of optical illusion, the Atlantic Moonfish uses its mirror-like skin and razor-thin body to vanish in the su...
Atlantic Needlefish
Strongylura marina
Meet the silver arrow of the shallows. The Atlantic Needlefish is a sleek, surface-dwelling predator famous for its l...
Atlantic Puffin
Fratercula arctica
The Atlantic Puffin is the 'clown of the sea,' a hardy maritime survivor that braves the North Atlantic's fiercest st...
Atlantic Pygmy Devil Ray
Mobula hypostoma
The Atlantic Pygmy Devil Ray is a miniature marvel of the western Atlantic, known for its incredible acrobatic leaps ...
Atlantic Salmon
Salmo salar
Witness the 'King of Fish' on its epic journey from the deep ocean to mountain headwaters. A marvel of endurance and ...
Atlantic Sawtail Catshark
Galeus atlanticus
A mysterious resident of the deep, the Atlantic Sawtail Catshark is a master of the Mediterranean's darkest corners. ...
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Rhizoprionodon terraenovae
Streamlined and spirited, the Atlantic Sharpnose Shark is the quintessential coastal predator of the Western Atlantic...
Atlantic Silverside
Menidia menidia
The Atlantic Silverside is the shimmering heart of the Atlantic coast. These translucent, schooling fish are a vital ...
Atlantic Spadefish
Chaetodipterus faber
Meet the 'Angelfish of the Atlantic,' a silver-scaled beauty known for its unique spade-shaped silhouette and strikin...
Atlantic Spanish Mackerel
Scomberomorus maculatus
A shimmering predator of the Atlantic surf, the Spanish Mackerel is famous for its golden spots and lightning-fast st...
Atlantic Spotted Dolphin
Stenella frontalis
The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin is a master of the surf, famous for its intricate speckled coat and playful personality....
Atlantic Stingray
Hypanus sabinus
Meet the smallest and most versatile stingray of the North American coast. From salty Atlantic shores to the freshwat...
Atlantic Yellow-nosed Albatross
Thalassarche chlororhynchos
A slender master of the Southern winds, the Atlantic Yellow-nosed Albatross is easily recognized by the vibrant yello...
Audubon's Oriole
Icterus graduacauda
The Audubon's Oriole is a master of hide-and-seek, draped in brilliant yellow and a signature black hood. A year-roun...
Austral Blackbird
Curaeus curaeus
The iconic 'Tordo' of the South, the Austral Blackbird is a master of melody and a social star of the Andean foothill...
Austral Thrush
Turdus falcklandii
The Austral Thrush is the soulful voice of the southern Andes and the most familiar garden companion of the Southern ...
Australasian Snapper
Chrysophrys auratus
With its shimmering pink scales and iridescent blue spots, the Australasian Snapper is the crown jewel of the Pacific...
Australasian Swamphen
Porphyrio melanotus
With its brilliant indigo feathers and unmistakable red bill, the Australasian Swamphen is the bold, social architect...
Australian Gregory
Plectroglyphidodon apicalis
The Australian Gregory is the feisty gardener of the Pacific reefs, famous for its golden-tipped fins and its fearles...
Australian Hobby
Falco longipennis
A master of aerial acrobatics, the Australian Hobby is a pint-sized powerhouse that brings the thrill of the high-spe...
Australian Humpback Dolphin
Sousa sahulensis
An elusive coastal icon, the Australian humpback dolphin is a master of the shallows, recognized by its unique dorsal...
Australian Ibis
Threskiornis molucca
Meet Australia’s most misunderstood icon. From ancient wetlands to city parks, the Australian Ibis is a master of ada...
Australian Long-finned Eel
Anguilla reinhardtii
Australia's largest freshwater eel, the Long-finned Eel is a marbled giant known for its incredible overland journeys...
Australian Pelican
Pelecanus conspicillatus
Boasting the longest bill in the avian world, the Australian Pelican is a masterpiece of prehistoric design and grace...
Australian Sea Lion
Neophoca cinerea
Australia’s rarest marine mammal, the Australian Sea Lion is a true local icon. Found only on the southern wild coast...
Australian Snubfin Dolphin
Orcaella heinsohni
With its uniquely rounded head and shy personality, the Australian Snubfin Dolphin is one of the world's most elusive...
Autumn Meadowhawk
Sympetrum vicinum
The Autumn Meadowhawk is the late-season sentinel of the dragonfly world, bringing a flash of brilliant red to the ga...
Aztec Dancer
Argia nahuana
With its striking electric blue body and delicate wings, the Aztec Dancer is a vibrant gem often found hovering over ...
Azure-crowned Hummingbird
Saucerottia cyanocephala
With its shimmering violet-blue cap and snowy white breast, the Azure-crowned Hummingbird is a crown jewel of Central...
Azure Demoiselle
Chrysiptera hemicyanea
A sparkling gem of the Coral Triangle, the Azure Demoiselle lights up the reef with its electrifying blue and gold pa...
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