Wildlife Species Library

Mammals

Spotted Paca

Cuniculus paca

Meet the 'Forest Gardener' of the tropics. With its striking white spots and nocturnal habits, the Spotted Paca is on...

Birds

Spotted Redshank

Tringa erythropus

An elegant traveler of the wetlands, the Spotted Redshank is famous for its dramatic charcoal-black breeding plumage ...

Fish

Spotted Ribbonfish

Desmodema polystictum

A shimmering, silver phantom of the deep, the Spotted Ribbonfish is a rare marvel known for its polka-dot patterns an...

Fish

Spotted Sand Bass

Paralabrax maculatofasciatus

The undisputed king of the coastal bay, the Spotted Sand Bass is a master of camouflage and a favorite for underwater...

Birds

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

The Spotted Sandpiper is the energetic 'teeter-totter' of the shoreline. Known for its rhythmic tail-bobbing and uniq...

Mammals

Spotted Seal

Phoca largha

The Spotted Seal is the speckled sentinel of the North Pacific. Perfectly adapted for life on the edge of the ice, th...

Fish

Spotted Seatrout

Cynoscion nebulosus

Often called the 'Speckled Trout,' this iridescent predator is a master of the salt marsh. With its striking spots an...

Fish

Spotted Sucker

Minytrema melanops

With its striking rows of dark spots and unique vacuum-like mouth, the Spotted Sucker is a hidden gem of North Americ...

Birds

Spotted Tanager

Ixothraupis punctata

Dressed in a shimmering coat of turquoise and jet-black speckles, the Spotted Tanager is one of the most exquisite ge...

Birds

Spotted Thick-knee

Burhinus capensis

A master of camouflage with piercing yellow eyes, the Spotted Thick-knee is the ultimate nocturnal neighbor. Often hi...

Birds

Spotted Tody-Flycatcher

Todirostrum maculatum

A tiny dynamo of the tropical canopy, the Spotted Tody-Flycatcher is easily recognized by its heavy breast streaks an...

Birds

Spotted Towhee

Pipilo maculatus

With its striking red eyes and rhythmic 'double-scratch' hop, the Spotted Towhee is the flashy, secretive star of the...

Fish

Spotted Trunkfish

Lactophrys bicaudalis

Decked out in bold polka dots and encased in a triangular suit of armor, the Spotted Trunkfish is one of the Caribbea...

Birds

Sprague's Pipit

Anthus spragueii

A master of the open skies and hidden grasses, Sprague's Pipit is the elusive ghost of the North American prairie, kn...

Amphibians

Spring Peeper

Pseudacris crucifer

A tiny titan of the wetlands, the Spring Peeper announces the end of winter with its iconic, high-pitched whistle and...

Mammals

Springbok

Antidorcas marsupialis

The high-jumping acrobat of the African savanna. With their striking markings and incredible speed, the Springbok is ...

Insects

Spruce Aphid

Elatobium abietinum

A tiny green marvel with striking red eyes, the Spruce Aphid is a master of the cool season. While small, these sap-s...

Birds

Spur-winged Lapwing

Vanellus spinosus

Meet the bold sentinel of the shoreline. With its high-contrast plumage and fearless attitude, the Spur-winged Lapwin...

Birds

Squacco Heron

Ardeola ralloides

A secretive master of camouflage, the Squacco Heron is a golden-brown wetland dweller that reveals a flash of brillia...

Insects

Square-spot Rustic

Xestia xanthographa

A classic late-summer visitor, the Square-spot Rustic is easily identified by the neat, pale 'windows' on its wings. ...

Insects

Square-spotted Clay

Xestia stigmatica

A gem of the late-summer garden, the Square-spotted Clay is easily recognized by the bold geometric markings on its v...

Fish

Squarespot Rockfish

Sebastes hopkinsi

Dotted with unique geometric patterns, the Squarespot Rockfish is a social star of the Pacific's deep-water reefs. Th...

Insects

Squash Lady Beetle

Epilachna borealis

The Squash Lady Beetle is a bold, spotted herbivore that turns the 'beneficial ladybug' narrative on its head. With i...

Birds

Squatter Pigeon

Geophaps scripta

Meet the 'scribble-faced' ground dweller of the Australian bush. Famous for their calm nature and striking facial pat...

Mammals

Squirrel Glider

Petaurus norfolcensis

With a tail as bushy as a squirrel's and the ability to soar through the night sky, the Squirrel Glider is one of Aus...

Fish

Squirrelfish

Holocentrus adscensionis

Meet the Squirrelfish, the wide-eyed night watchman of the Atlantic reefs. Known for their brilliant red scales and t...

Mammals

Sri Lankan Giant Squirrel

Ratufa macroura

Known as the 'Grizzled Giant,' this master of the canopy is one of the largest squirrels in the world. With its salt-...

Mammals

Star-nosed Mole

Condylura cristata

Equipped with a supernatural sense of touch and a star-shaped nose, this semiaquatic mole is the fastest hunter in th...

Fish

Starry blenny

Salarias ramosus

Decked out in a constellation of white spots, the Starry blenny is the 'rock star' of the shallow reef. These express...

Fish

Starry Rockfish

Sebastes constellatus

Adorned with a galaxy of tiny white spots, the Starry Rockfish is a vibrant jewel of the Pacific's rocky reefs. This ...

Fish

Starry Skate

Caliraja stellulata

A celestial wonder of the deep Pacific, the Starry Skate is named for the stunning constellation of sharp, star-shape...

Fish

Starry Smooth-hound

Mustelus asterias

The Starry Smooth-hound is a graceful, spotted wanderer of the Atlantic's coastal shallows. Recognizable by its 'star...

Insects

Steel-blue Cricket-hunter Wasp

Chlorion aerarium

A shimmering jewel of the garden, the Steel-blue Cricket-hunter is a master of pest control and one of the most strik...

Birds

Steely-vented Hummingbird

Saucerottia saucerottei

A feisty emerald of the Andes and beyond, the Steely-vented Hummingbird brings a flash of brilliant green and a bold ...

Mammals

Steenbok

Raphicerus campestris

With their oversized ears and dainty gait, the steenbok is the crown jewel of backyard African wildlife. These solita...

Amphibians

Stejneger's Paddy Frog

Micryletta steinegeri

Hidden among the fallen leaves of Taiwan's southern forests, Stejneger's Paddy Frog is a miniature marvel of camoufla...