Wildlife Species Library

Fish

Eastern Blacknose Dace

Rhinichthys atratulus

A shimmering icon of the eastern mountain stream, the Eastern Blacknose Dace is known for its lightning-fast movement...

Birds

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

A flash of brilliant azure in the garden, the Eastern Bluebird is a symbol of spring and one of North America's most ...

Birds

Eastern Bonelli's Warbler

Phylloscopus orientalis

A hidden gem of the Balkan woodlands, the Eastern Bonelli's Warbler is a master of the canopy. With its silky white p...

Insects

Eastern Carpenter Bee

Xylocopa virginica

Often mistaken for oversized bumblebees, the Eastern Carpenter Bee is a master woodworker and vital pollinator. Recog...

Birds

Eastern Chanting-Goshawk

Melierax poliopterus

With its striking orange legs and melodic morning whistle, the Eastern Chanting-Goshawk is the elegant sentinel of th...

Mammals

Eastern Chipmunk

Tamias striatus

The Eastern Chipmunk is a tireless worker of the forest floor, easily recognized by its bold stripes and rhythmic 'ch...

Insects

Eastern Cicada-killer Wasp

Sphecius speciosus

The Eastern Cicada-killer is one of North America's largest and most misunderstood wasps. A solitary giant, this fasc...

Mammals

Eastern Cottontail

Sylvilagus floridanus

With its signature fluffy white tail and nervous twitch, the Eastern Cottontail is the quintessential backyard mammal...

Birds

Eastern Crested Guineafowl

Guttera pucherani

With its wild 'mop-top' of curly black feathers and striking blue face, the Eastern Crested Guineafowl is the punk-ro...

Mammals

Eastern Deermouse

Peromyscus maniculatus

With its oversized ears and striking white underbelly, the Eastern Deermouse is the most common—and charming—nocturna...

Fish

Eastern Fortescue

Centropogon australis

A hidden gem of the Australian coastline, the Eastern Fortescue is a tiny titan of camouflage. Equipped with venomous...

Mammals

Eastern Fox Squirrel

Sciurus niger

Meet the heavyweight champion of the tree squirrel world. With their vibrant orange bellies and clever personalities,...

Mammals

Eastern Gorilla

Gorilla beringei

The Eastern Gorilla is the world's largest living primate, a gentle giant reigning over the misty forests of Central ...

Mammals

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Sciurus carolinensis

The clever architect of the eastern forests, the Eastern Gray Squirrel is a master of memory and agility. From its ac...

Insects

Eastern Hercules Beetle

Dynastes tityus

A prehistoric titan of the backyard, the Eastern Hercules Beetle impresses with its massive size and remarkable color...

Amphibians

Eastern-Japanese Common Toad

Bufo formosus

A stoic guardian of Japanese gardens, the Eastern-Japanese Common Toad is a master of camouflage and a nocturnal pest...

Birds

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

Meet the 'tyrant' of the backyard—a sleek, monochromatic flycatcher known for its fearless attitude and remarkable ae...

Mammals

Eastern Meadow Vole

Microtus pennsylvanicus

The Eastern Meadow Vole is a master of the 'hidden highway,' building intricate tunnel networks beneath the grass. A ...

Birds

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

With its brilliant yellow breast and melodic, flute-like song, the Eastern Meadowlark is the golden crown of the Amer...

Reptiles

Eastern Mexican Spiny-Tailed Iguana

Ctenosaura acanthura

With its armored tail and prehistoric silhouette, the Eastern Mexican Spiny-Tailed Iguana is a charismatic relic of t...

Mammals

Eastern Mole

Scalopus aquaticus

The Eastern Mole is a subterranean powerhouse, capable of excavating 15 feet of tunnel in a single hour. While rarely...

Fish

Eastern Mosquitofish

Gambusia holbrooki

A tiny, tenacious live-bearer, the Eastern Mosquitofish is the ultimate natural pest controller, patrolling the water...

Fish

Eastern Mudminnow

Umbra pygmaea

A resilient survivor of the swamps, the Eastern Mudminnow is a master of camouflage that can breathe air and vanish i...

Birds

Eastern Orphean Warbler

Curruca crassirostris

With its piercing gaze and sophisticated song, the Eastern Orphean Warbler is a highlight of the Mediterranean summer...

Birds

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

The Eastern Phoebe is a friendly, tail-wagging flycatcher that marks the arrival of spring. Known for its habit of ne...

Insects

Eastern Pondhawk

Erythemis simplicicollis

The Eastern Pondhawk is a fearless aerial predator that transforms from a brilliant emerald green to a dusty sky blue...

Fish

Eastern Red Scorpionfish

Scorpaena jacksoniensis

A master of disguise lurking in the shadows of the reef, the Eastern Red Scorpionfish is a vibrant yet elusive predat...

Insects

Eastern Rhinoceros Beetle

Xyloryctes jamaicensis

Meet North America's miniature titan: the Eastern Rhinoceros Beetle. A glossy, mahogany-colored marvel, this nocturna...

Insects

Eastern Scarlet

Axiocerses tjoane

A flash of brilliant crimson in the African sun, the Eastern Scarlet is a high-energy gem of the savanna. Whether pat...

Birds

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

The ultimate backyard ghost, the Eastern Screech-Owl blends perfectly into the bark of your favorite oak tree. Small ...

Fish

Eastern Sea Garfish

Hyporhamphus australis

A sleek, surface-skimming marvel of the Australian coast, the Eastern Sea Garfish is easily recognized by its 'half-b...

Fish

Eastern Shovelnose Ray

Aptychotrema rostrata

The Eastern Shovelnose Ray is a captivating 'living fossil' that bridges the gap between sharks and rays. With its ic...

Fish

Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree

Trygonoptera imitata

A master of camouflage in the sandy shallows, the Eastern Shovelnose Stingaree is one of southeastern Australia's mos...

Birds

Eastern Subalpine Warbler

Curruca cantillans

A Mediterranean jewel, the Eastern Subalpine Warbler is a master of disguise in the thickets. With its striking white...

Insects

Eastern Subterranean Termite

Reticulitermes flavipes

The Eastern Subterranean Termite is North America's most industrious decomposer. Though small, these social insects b...

Insects

Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth

Malacosoma americana

From intricate silk fortresses to vibrant fuzzy crawlers, the Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth is a spring icon. Discove...