Species library

Lemon-rumped Warbler

Phylloscopus chloronotus

A tiny, restless gem of the Himalayas, the Lemon-rumped Warbler is famous for its vibrant yellow rump and energetic c...

Birds

Lemon Shark

Negaprion brevirostris

With their signature sun-kissed hue and social disposition, lemon sharks are the charismatic residents of the world's...

Fish

Leopard Dace

Rhinichthys falcatus

With its striking spotted pattern and love for rushing rivers, the Leopard Dace is a hidden gem of the Pacific Northw...

Fish

Leopard Seal

Hydrurga leptonyx

The Leopard Seal is the Antarctic's ultimate apex predator, a sleek and spotted powerhouse of the Southern Ocean. Kno...

Mammals

Leopard Shark

Triakis semifasciata

Admired for its stunning spotted coat and graceful movement, the Leopard Shark is a peaceful resident of North Americ...

Fish

Leopard Slug

Limax maximus

The Leopard Slug is nature's most stylish 'cleaner,' sporting striking spots and performing high-wire mating acrobati...

Insects

Leopard Tortoise

Stigmochelys pardalis

Adorned with a striking 'leopard' pattern of gold and black, this African giant is one of the most beautiful tortoise...

Reptiles

Leopard Whipray

Himantura leoparda

Adorned with striking leopard-like rings, this graceful stingray is a master of disguise in the tropical Indo-Pacific...

Fish

Lepocinclis ovum

Lepocinclis ovum

Peer into a drop of pond water and discover the emerald-green wonder of Lepocinclis ovum. This microscopic, egg-shape...

Insects

Lepocinclis oxyuris

Lepocinclis oxyuris

Step into the hidden world of the micro-wildlife in your backyard pond. Lepocinclis oxyuris is a stunning, needle-tai...

Insects

Lepocinclis spirogyroides

Lepocinclis spirogyroides

Discover the hidden geometry of the microworld! Lepocinclis spirogyroides is a stunning, spiral-shaped single-celled ...

Insects

Lesser Adjutant

Leptoptilos javanicus

A towering and prehistoric-looking resident of Asian wetlands, the Lesser Adjutant commands attention with its massiv...

Birds

Lesser Amberjack

Seriola fasciata

The Lesser Amberjack is a hidden gem of the deep Atlantic, a streamlined hunter that thrives among the shadows of anc...

Fish

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

A sophisticated traveler with striking slate-colored wings and bright yellow legs, the Lesser Black-backed Gull is a ...

Birds

Lesser Blue-eared Starling

Lamprotornis chloropterus

A shimmer of living metal in the African savanna, the Lesser Blue-eared Starling dazzles with its iridescent plumage ...

Birds

Lesser Broad-bordered Yellow Underwing

Noctua janthe

A master of disguise with a hidden flash of gold, this common garden moth is a nighttime jewel waiting to be discover...

Insects

Lesser Capybara

Hydrochoerus isthmius

Meet the world's second-largest rodent, a shy and social semi-aquatic specialist of the Neotropics. Perfectly adapted...

Mammals

Lesser Crested Tern

Thalasseus bengalensis

An elegant master of the coastline, the Lesser Crested Tern is instantly recognizable by its shock of black hair and ...

Birds

Lesser Elaenia

Elaenia chiriquensis

A small bird with a buzzy personality, the Lesser Elaenia is a master of the 'sally-strike' hunt. Recognized by its s...

Birds

Lesser Flamingo

Phoeniconaias minor

The Lesser Flamingo is the vibrant soul of the Rift Valley, forming the largest and most breathtaking avian spectacle...

Birds

Lesser Frigatebird

Fregata ariel

Often called the 'Man-o'-War' bird, the Lesser Frigatebird is the ultimate pirate of the tropical skies. With a massi...

Birds

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

The smallest goldfinch in North America, the Lesser Goldfinch is a bundle of yellow energy that lights up backyards f...

Birds

Lesser Grison

Galictis cuja

With its iconic white 'racing stripe' and inquisitive nature, the Lesser Grison is one of South America's most striki...

Mammals

Lesser Guitarfish

Acroteriobatus annulatus

Meet the 'Sandshark' that isn't a shark at all—the Lesser Guitarfish is a beautifully patterned ray that glides throu...

Fish

Lesser Kestrel

Falco naumanni

A social and striking falcon of the open plains, the Lesser Kestrel is famous for its acrobatic flight and preference...

Birds

Lesser Kiskadee

Philohydor lictor

A slender specialist of the shoreline, the Lesser Kiskadee is the elegant, water-loving relative of the Great Kiskade...

Birds

Lesser Kudu

Tragelaphus imberbis

A master of camouflage in the African scrub, the Lesser Kudu is famous for its stunning spiraled horns and intricate ...

Mammals

Lesser Marsh Grasshopper

Chorthippus albomarginatus

A slender and adaptable resident of Europe's meadows, the Lesser Marsh Grasshopper is a master of camouflage. Famous ...

Insects

Lesser Masked Weaver

Ploceus intermedius

The Lesser Masked Weaver is the savanna's most industrious architect, known for weaving complex hanging nests and lig...

Birds

Lesser Oriental Chevrotain

Tragulus kanchil

Discover the 'mouse-deer' of Southeast Asia, a tiny, ancient survivor that navigates the jungle floor with pencil-thi...

Mammals

Lesser Rhea

Rhea pennata

Often called Darwin's Rhea, this flightless speedster is the spirit of the Patagonian wilderness. With its speckled p...

Birds

Lesser Spot-nosed Monkey

Cercopithecus petaurista

Meet West Africa’s heart-nosed acrobat. The Lesser Spot-nosed Monkey is a social canopy-dweller famous for its striki...

Mammals

Lesser Spotted Eagle

Clanga pomarina

A majestic transcontinental traveler, the Lesser Spotted Eagle is as comfortable walking through a Polish meadow as i...

Birds

Lesser Spotted Woodpecker

Dryobates minor

The Lesser Spotted Woodpecker is a sparrow-sized master of the canopy, known for its rapid-fire drumming and striking...

Birds

Lesser Stag Beetle

Dorcus parallelipipedus

The Lesser Stag Beetle is a sturdy, matte-black 'lumberjack' of the backyard. Frequently found near old wood, these f...

Insects

Lesser Thick-legged Flower Beetle

Ischnomera cyanea

A shimmering jewel of the late spring garden, the Lesser Thick-legged Flower Beetle dazzles with its metallic blue-gr...

Insects