Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
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Black-banded Sunfish
Enneacanthus chaetodon
A hidden gem of the Eastern seaboard, the Black-banded Sunfish is a master of camouflage. With its striking 'jailbird...
Black-barred Halfbeak
Hemiramphus far
Meet the master of the surface: a silver-clad sprinter with a unique 'beak' and striking zebra-like stripes. The Blac...
Black Bean Aphid
Aphis fabae
The Black Bean Aphid is a tiny marvel of the garden world, known for its incredible reproductive speed and its fascin...
Black-bellied Pangolin
Phataginus tetradactylus
Meet the most acrobatic member of the pangolin family. With a tail longer than its body and a unique daytime schedule...
Black-bellied Plover
Pluvialis squatarola
A master of global travel, the Black-bellied Plover is the largest of North America's plovers, known for its striking...
Black-bellied Whistling-Duck
Dendrocygna autumnalis
With its vibrant red bill, long pink legs, and a habit of perching in trees like a songbird, the Black-bellied Whistl...
Black-billed Magpie
Pica hudsonia
With its tuxedo-like plumage and a tail that shimmers like oil on water, the Black-billed Magpie is the undisputed ge...
Black-billed Streamertail
Trochilus scitulus
Known locally as the 'Doctor Bird,' the Black-billed Streamertail is an emerald-hued icon of eastern Jamaica. With it...
Black-billed Thrush
Turdus ignobilis
A familiar songster of South American gardens, the Black-billed Thrush is a master of suburban adaptation with a soul...
Black-billed Woodhoopoe
Phoeniculus somaliensis
With its shimmering iridescent plumage and a long, curved bill, the Black-billed Woodhoopoe is a charismatic highligh...
Black Bream
Acanthopagrus butcheri
A silver-bronze icon of Australia's southern estuaries, the Black Bream is a master of adaptation and a favorite of c...
Black-breasted Puffleg
Eriocnemis nigrivestis
One of the rarest gems of the Andes, the Black-breasted Puffleg is a Critically Endangered hummingbird found only on ...
Black-browed Albatross
Thalassarche melanophris
The Black-browed Albatross is the master of the Southern Ocean, known for its incredible 2-meter wingspan and strikin...
Black-browed Reed Warbler
Acrocephalus bistrigiceps
Recognizable by its bold black 'eyebrows,' this energetic songbird is a master of the marshlands. A long-distance mig...
Black Bullhead
Ameiurus melas
The ultimate survivor of the underwater world, the Black Bullhead is a whiskered scavenger that thrives in the murky ...
Black Burying Beetle
Nicrophorus humator
The ultimate recycler of the insect world, the Black Burying Beetle is a fascinating 'undertaker' that exhibits rare ...
Black Caiman
Melanosuchus niger
The black caiman is the undisputed king of the Amazonian waters, a prehistoric giant that can grow up to 20 feet long...
Black-capped Chickadee
Poecile atricapillus
With its cheery 'chick-a-dee' call and bold personality, the Black-capped Chickadee is the ultimate backyard companio...
Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant
Myiornis atricapillus
One of the world's smallest birds, the Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant is a tiny, energetic wonder of the tropical canopy. ...
Black Catbird
Melanoptila glabrirostris
A hidden gem of the Yucatán, the Black Catbird is a sleek, shimmering songbird that brings a touch of midnight elegan...
Black Catfish
Neosilurus ater
A sleek, nocturnal wanderer of Australia's tropical waterways, the Black Catfish is easily recognized by its eel-like...
Black-cheeked Woodpecker
Melanerpes pucherani
With its striking zebra-striped back and vibrant red accents, the Black-cheeked Woodpecker is a crown jewel of the tr...
Black-chested Jay
Cyanocorax affinis
A striking and intelligent resident of the Neotropics, the Black-chested Jay is easily recognized by its piercing yel...
Black-chested Snake-Eagle
Circaetus pectoralis
With its piercing yellow eyes and striking black-and-white plumage, the Black-chested Snake-Eagle is a master of the ...
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Archilochus alexandri
The Black-chinned Hummingbird is a master of the air, known for its rhythmic tail-pumping and a hidden flash of brill...
Black-chinned Sparrow
Spizella atrogularis
A subtle gem of the American Southwest, the Black-chinned Sparrow is best known for its bright pink bill and the male...
Black Copper Rat Snake
Coelognathus flavolineatus
A striking and beneficial garden visitor, the Black Copper Rat Snake is Southeast Asia's master of rodent control, ea...
Black-crested Titmouse
Baeolophus atricristatus
With its striking jet-black crest and inquisitive personality, the Black-crested Titmouse is a charismatic star of th...
Black-crested Warbler
Myiothlypis nigrocristata
With its brilliant yellow plumage and a striking black crown, the Black-crested Warbler is a vibrant jewel of the hig...
Black Crowned Crane
Balearica pavonina
Adorned with a spectacular golden crest and a regal black plumage, the Black Crowned Crane is a masterpiece of the Af...
Black-crowned Night Heron
Nycticorax nycticorax
A secretive master of the shadows, the Black-crowned Night Heron is famous for its striking red eyes and nocturnal hu...
Black Curassow
Crax alector
Meet the 'lord of the forest floor,' a majestic bird with a curly crown and a deep, booming voice. Found in the lush ...
Black Drum
Pogonias cromis
The booming giant of the coast, the Black Drum is famous for the 'thumping' song it plays using its swim bladder. The...
Black Eagle
Ictinaetus malaiensis
The phantom of the Asian canopy, the Black Eagle is a master of slow-motion flight and specialized nest hunting. With...
Black-faced Blenny
Tripterygion delaisi
A vibrant jewel of the Mediterranean reef, the Black-faced Blenny is a master of transformation. From a camouflaged r...
Black-faced Grassquit
Melanospiza bicolor
A spirited and social tanager of the West Indies, the Black-faced Grassquit is a master of the garden floor. Known fo...
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