Species library

Longfinned Triplefin

Ruanoho decemdigitatus

An endemic treasure of the New Zealand coast, the Longfinned Triplefin is a master of camouflage that 'hops' across t...

Fish

Longhorned Pygmy Devil Ray

Mobula eregoodoo

A miniature marvel of the Indo-Pacific, the Longhorned Pygmy Devil Ray is an acrobatic filter feeder that 'flies' thr...

Fish

Longjaw Mackerel

Rastrelliger kanagurta

A flash of silver in the tropical surf, the Longjaw Mackerel is a fast-moving marvel of the Indo-Pacific. Known for i...

Fish

Longlure Frogfish

Antennarius multiocellatus

Meet the Atlantic's most patient angler, a fish that 'walks' on its fins and uses a built-in lure to hunt. The Longlu...

Fish

Longnose Dace

Rhinichthys cataractae

Master of the rapids, the Longnose Dace is a marvel of aquatic engineering. With its unique 'nose' and streamlined bo...

Fish

Longnose Emperor

Lethrinus olivaceus

The Longnose Emperor is the apex scout of the reef, instantly recognizable by its uniquely elongated snout and keen, ...

Fish

Longnose Skate

Caliraja rhina

The Longnose Skate is a master of the Pacific seafloor, easily recognized by its unusually sharp, elongated snout and...

Fish

Longnose Sucker

Catostomus catostomus

The Longnose Sucker is a master of the cold, northern depths, easily identified by its unique overhanging snout. A re...

Fish

Longsnout Boarfish

Pentaceropsis recurvirostris

With a snout like a straw and a striking suit of racing stripes, the Longsnout Boarfish is one of the most distinctiv...

Fish

Longtail Garfish

Hyporhamphus quoyi

A sleek, surface-skimming marvel of the Indo-Pacific, the Longtail Garfish is famous for its unique 'halfbeak' and it...

Fish

Longtail Stingray

Hypanus longus

A majestic glider of the Eastern Pacific, the Longtail Stingray is famous for its incredible whip-like tail and elega...

Fish

Lookdown

Selene vomer

With a body as thin as a cracker and a brilliant mirror-like finish, the Lookdown is one of the Atlantic's most strik...

Fish

Lowe's Monkey

Cercopithecus lowei

Meet Lowe's Monkey, the agile acrobat of the West African canopy. Known for its striking white brow and complex socia...

Mammals

Lucifer Hummingbird

Calothorax lucifer

A crown jewel of the Chihuahuan Desert, the Lucifer Hummingbird enchants observers with its unique curved bill and vi...

Birds

Lucy's Warbler

Leiothlypis luciae

The 'Desert Grayback' is the smallest warbler in North America, a tiny dynamo that thrives in the heat of the Southwe...

Birds

Lulworth Skipper

Thymelicus acteon

A golden-olive treasure of the southern coast, the Lulworth Skipper is one of Britain’s rarest and most localized but...

Insects

Lutke's Halfbeak

Hemiramphus lutkei

A sleek, surface-skimming marvel of the Indo-Pacific, the Lutke's Halfbeak is easily recognized by its remarkable nee...

Fish

MacGillivray's Warbler

Geothlypis tolmiei

A secretive gem of the western thickets, MacGillivray's Warbler is a ground-dwelling beauty with a striking slate-gra...

Birds

Mackerel Tuna

Euthynnus affinis

The Mackerel Tuna is the ultimate coastal speedster, flashing through the Indo-Pacific with striking wavy patterns an...

Fish

Madeira Firecrest

Regulus madeirensis

Madeira's smallest avian treasure, the Madeira Firecrest is a high-speed marvel of the North Atlantic. With its fiery...

Birds

Magellanic Cormorant

Leucocarbo magellanicus

A master of the southern kelp forests, the Magellanic Cormorant is a striking seabird defined by its vibrant red faci...

Birds

Magellanic Penguin

Spheniscus magellanicus

South America's most famous coastal bird, the Magellanic Penguin is a master of the surf and a diligent burrow-dwelle...

Birds

Magellanic Woodpecker

Campephilus magellanicus

The undisputed king of the Patagonian forests, the Magellanic Woodpecker is a prehistoric-looking giant known for its...

Birds

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

The ultimate pirate of the tropical skies, the Magnificent Frigatebird is a master of the air. With a wingspan over s...

Birds

Magnolia scale

Neolecanium cornuparvum

Often mistaken for plant buds, the Magnolia scale is a giant among scale insects. These sap-sucking specialists creat...

Insects

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

A vibrant jewel of the boreal forest, the Magnolia Warbler is famous for its 'necklace' of black streaks and its habi...

Birds

Magpie Perch

Pseudogoniistius nigripes

With its iconic black-and-white stripes and curious 'walking' fins, the Magpie Perch is a charismatic resident of sou...

Fish

Maguari Stork

Ciconia maguari

Often mistaken for its European cousin, the Maguari Stork is a titan of the South American wetlands, standing nearly ...

Birds

Mahogany Glider

Petaurus gracilis

The Mahogany Glider is one of Australia’s rarest treasures, a chestnut-colored aerialist found only in a tiny sliver ...

Mammals

Mahogany Snapper

Lutjanus mahogoni

The Mahogany Snapper is a striking reef dweller known for its vibrant reddish hues and its signature 'ink blot' later...

Fish

Malabar Parakeet

Psittacula columboides

A hidden gem of the Western Ghats, the Malabar Parakeet dazzles with its smoky grey plumage and vibrant blue wings. T...

Birds

Malabar Sacred Langur

Semnopithecus hypoleucos

Recognizable by its striking black 'socks' and silver-gray coat, the Malabar Sacred Langur is a majestic primate of I...

Mammals

Malabarian Pit Viper

Craspedocephalus malabaricus

The Malabar Pit Viper is the 'chameleon' of the Western Ghats, sporting a breathtaking array of colors from lime gree...

Reptiles

Malachite Kingfisher

Corythornis cristatus

The Malachite Kingfisher is a dazzling jewel of the African waterways, recognizable by its brilliant metallic blue pl...

Birds

Malayan Banded Wolf Snake

Lycodon subcinctus

A master of disguise and a champion lizard-hunter, the Malayan Banded Wolf Snake is a harmless backyard resident ofte...

Reptiles

Malayan Krait

Bungarus candidus

A striking master of the night, the Malayan Krait is one of Southeast Asia's most enigmatic and venomous residents. W...

Reptiles