Species library

Scaly-headed Parrot

Pionus maximiliani

The Scaly-headed Parrot is a master of subtle beauty, featuring a sophisticated palette of bronze, olive, and purple....

Birds

Scaly-naped Amazon

Amazona mercenarius

Meet the rugged mountaineer of the parrot world. The Scaly-naped Amazon is one of the few parrot species that thrives...

Birds

Scarce Chaser

Libellula fulva

A rare gem of the wetlands, the Scarce Chaser dazzles with its striking transition from vibrant orange to sky blue. W...

Insects

Scarlet-fronted Parakeet

Psittacara wagleri

A social and spirited resident of the northern Andes, the Scarlet-fronted Parakeet is easily recognized by its vibran...

Birds

Scarlet Macaw

Ara macao

The Scarlet Macaw is a living masterpiece of the tropical canopy, boasting a brilliant palette of primary colors and ...

Birds

Scarlet Malachite Beetle

Malachius aeneus

A jewel of the summer meadow, the Scarlet Malachite Beetle captivates with its brilliant metallic green and fiery red...

Insects

Scarlet Percher

Diplacodes haematodes

The Scarlet Percher is one of the most striking dragonflies in the Southern Hemisphere, characterized by the male's i...

Insects

Scarlet-rumped Cacique

Cacicus uropygialis

A master of mimicry with a hidden flash of crimson, the Scarlet-rumped Cacique is the charismatic socialite of the tr...

Birds

Scarlet Skimmer

Crocothemis servilia

A flash of fire in the garden, the Scarlet Skimmer is one of the most vibrant dragonflies you can encounter. Renowned...

Insects

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

A breathtaking flash of crimson against the forest green, the Scarlet Tanager is one of North America's most stunning...

Birds

Schlegel's Green Tree Frog

Zhangixalus schlegelii

An emerald jewel of the Japanese countryside, Schlegel's Green Tree Frog is a master of camouflage known for its melo...

Amphibians

Schneider's Dwarf Caiman

Paleosuchus trigonatus

The 'smooth-fronted' ghost of the Amazon, Schneider's Dwarf Caiman is a rugged, heavily armored reptile that is as mu...

Reptiles

School Shark

Galeorhinus galeus

A sleek, bronze-hued wanderer of the temperate seas, the School Shark is one of the ocean's most impressive long-dist...

Fish

Schoolmaster Snapper

Lutjanus apodus

A golden-finned sentinel of the reefs and mangroves, the Schoolmaster Snapper is one of the most social and recogniza...

Fish

Scimitar-horned Oryx

Oryx dammah

Once declared extinct in the wild, the Scimitar-horned Oryx is making a miraculous comeback. Known for its elegant, s...

Mammals

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

Known as the 'Texas Bird of Paradise,' the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher is a stunning aerial acrobat with a tail that de...

Birds

Scissortail Sergeant

Abudefduf sexfasciatus

Defined by its striking military stripes and elegant forked tail, the Scissortail Sergeant is a vibrant icon of the I...

Fish

Scopoli's Shearwater

Calonectris diomedea

A ghostly wanderer of the Mediterranean, the Scopoli's Shearwater combines effortless aerial grace with a mysterious ...

Birds

Scott's Oriole

Icterus parisorum

A striking flash of lemon-yellow against the desert sky, the Scott's Oriole is the master of the arid Southwest. Ofte...

Birds

Scrawled Cowfish

Acanthostracion quadricornis

With its characteristic 'horns' and neon-blue scrawls, the Scrawled Cowfish is the armored knight of the seagrass mea...

Fish

Scrawled Filefish

Aluterus scriptus

With its neon-blue markings and unique 'broom-like' tail, the Scrawled Filefish is one of the ocean's most artistic m...

Fish

Screaming Cowbird

Molothrus rufoaxillaris

Meet the Screaming Cowbird, a specialized brood parasite of South America known for its piercing calls and unique rel...

Birds

Scrub Euphonia

Euphonia affinis

A tiny gem of the tropical scrub, the Scrub Euphonia delights backyard observers with its vibrant yellow plumage and ...

Birds

Scrub Hare

Lepus saxatilis

With their oversized ears and incredible speed, the Scrub Hare is a charismatic nocturnal visitor to many Southern Af...

Mammals

Sculptured Resin Bee

Megachile sculpturalis

An architectural marvel of the insect world, the Sculptured Resin Bee is a large, solitary pollinator known for its g...

Insects

Scup

Stenotomus chrysops

The Scup is the shimmering silver dollar of the Atlantic coast, known for its spirited personality and beautiful irid...

Fish

Scurfy Scale

Chionaspis furfura

The Scurfy Scale is a tiny architect of the backyard, building protective white armor that can coat the branches of f...

Insects

Sea Lamprey

Petromyzon marinus

The ancient, jawless 'vampire' of the waterways. The Sea Lamprey is a fascinating survivor from an era before the din...

Fish

Sea Mullet

Mugil cephalus

Meet the silver acrobat of the shallows. The Sea Mullet is a world-traveling marvel known for its shimmering schools ...

Fish

Seaside Sparrow

Ammospiza maritima

A hardy specialist of the coastal fringe, the Seaside Sparrow is a master of the salt marsh. With its robust bill and...

Birds

Sedge Warbler

Acrocephalus schoenobaenus

A boisterous and bold songster of the wetlands, the Sedge Warbler is easily identified by its striking white 'eyebrow...

Birds

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

The Sedge Wren is a tiny, streaked marvel of the wet prairie, known for its secretive nature and machine-gun chatter....

Birds

Segmented blenny

Salarias segmentatus

With its quirky personality and striking banded pattern, the Segmented blenny is the busy gardener of the Pacific ree...

Fish

Semicircle Angelfish

Pomacanthus semicirculatus

A master of metamorphosis, the Semicircle Angelfish transforms from a striped sapphire juvenile into a speckled emera...

Fish

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

A pint-sized powerhouse of the shoreline, the Semipalmated Plover is a master of the dash-and-stop hunt. Known for it...

Birds

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

Witness the frantic energy of one of nature's greatest travelers. The Semipalmated Sandpiper may be small, but its ma...

Birds