Species library

Solomon's-seal sawfly

Phymatocera aterrima

A specialist of the shaded garden, the Solomon's-seal sawfly is a master of disguise until its spotted larvae begin t...

Insects

Somali Dwarf Mongoose

Helogale hirtula

The Somali Dwarf Mongoose is a miniature marvel of the East African drylands, proving that big personality comes in s...

Mammals

Somali Ostrich

Struthio molybdophanes

Meet the 'Blue-necked' giant of the desert. The Somali Ostrich is a stunning, blue-skinned icon of the Horn of Africa...

Birds

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

The Song Sparrow is a master of melody and a staple of the American backyard. Easily recognized by its soulful song a...

Birds

Song Thrush

Turdus philomelos

Famed for its sophisticated song and clever 'anvil' stones, the Song Thrush is a master gardener that brings both mus...

Birds

Sonoran Coralsnake

Micruroides euryxanthus

A shy jewel of the desert, the Sonoran Coralsnake is famous for its vibrant rings and secretive lifestyle. Though ven...

Reptiles

Soothsayer Dart

Graphiphora augur

A master of the midnight garden, the Soothsayer Dart is recognized by its mysterious 'dart' markings and earthy camou...

Insects

Sooty-capped Chlorospingus

Chlorospingus pileatus

A charismatic leader of the highland cloud forests, the Sooty-capped Chlorospingus is instantly recognizable by its b...

Birds

Sooty-faced Finch

Arremon crassirostris

A hidden gem of the Central American highlands, the Sooty-faced Finch is a master of the forest floor. With its strik...

Birds

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

The ultimate ocean wanderer, the Sooty Shearwater travels tens of thousands of miles each year in a spectacular globa...

Birds

South American Bushmaster

Lachesis muta

The South American Bushmaster is the undisputed king of the rainforest floor. As the largest pit viper in the world, ...

Reptiles

South American Coati

Nasua nasua

The South American Coati is the forest's most charismatic socialite. With a periscope-like tail and a nose for advent...

Mammals

South American Fur Seal

Arctocephalus australis

A master of both the crashing surf and the jagged cliffside, the South American Fur Seal is a social icon of the Sout...

Mammals

South American Hognose Snake

Xenodon dorbignyi

A master of theatrical defense and a specialist of the sandy pampas, the South American Hognose Snake uses its unique...

Reptiles

South American Sea Lion

Otaria flavescens

Meet the 'Lion of the Sea,' a majestic coastal giant known for its golden mane and thunderous roar. Whether lounging ...

Mammals

South Polar Skua

Stercorarius maccormicki

A legendary Antarctic voyager, the South Polar Skua is a powerful predator that ranges from the southern ice caps to ...

Birds

South Seas Demoiselle

Chrysiptera taupou

The South Seas Demoiselle is a tiny bolt of sapphire lightning that brings a splash of neon color to the western Paci...

Fish

Southeastern Crowned Snake

Tantilla coronata

The Southeastern Crowned Snake is a hidden gem of the Southern backyard, featuring a striking black 'crown' and a gen...

Reptiles

Southern Aardwolf

Proteles cristatus

A gentle, termite-loving relative of the hyena, the Southern Aardwolf is one of Africa’s most misunderstood and elusi...

Mammals

Southern African Python

Python natalensis

Meet Africa's largest snake, the Southern African Python, a master of camouflage and a powerful guardian of the savan...

Reptiles

Southern Banded Snake Eagle

Circaetus fasciolatus

A master of camouflage in the coastal canopy, the Southern Banded Snake Eagle is one of Africa's most secretive rapto...

Birds

Southern Beardless-Tyrannulet

Camptostoma obsoletum

The Southern Beardless-Tyrannulet is a tiny dynamo of the canopy, known for its expressive crest and restless energy....

Birds

Southern Broad-footed Mole

Scapanus occultus

A secretive subterranean specialist, the Southern Broad-footed Mole is Southern California's most industrious excavat...

Mammals

Southern Bushbuck

Tragelaphus sylvaticus

Elegant, elusive, and masterfully camouflaged, the Southern Bushbuck is the ultimate 'backyard' antelope. With its st...

Mammals

Southern Carpenter Bee

Xylocopa micans

With its shimmering violet-blue armor and gentle nature, the Southern Carpenter Bee is a crown jewel of the southeast...

Insects

Southern Cassowary

Casuarius casuarius

A prehistoric giant of the Australian tropics, the Southern Cassowary is as majestic as it is elusive. Known for its ...

Birds

Southern Chorus Frog

Pseudacris nigrita

A hidden gem of the southern wetlands, the Southern Chorus Frog is a winter-loving singer that trades the treetops fo...

Amphibians

Southern Cordonbleu

Uraeginthus angolensis

The Southern Cordonbleu is a vibrant splash of sky-blue among the golden grasses of Africa. A frequent visitor to bac...

Birds

Southern Crested Guineafowl

Guttera edouardi

With its wild 'mohawk' of curly black feathers and striking spotted plumage, the Southern Crested Guineafowl is the p...

Birds

Southern Cricket Frog

Acris gryllus

The Southern Cricket Frog may be small, but its athletic leaps and metallic 'clicking' call make it a giant of the So...

Amphibians

Southern Darter

Sympetrum meridionale

A sun-loving master of the skies, the Southern Darter is recognized by its warm red tones and remarkably pale, clean ...

Insects

Southern Eagle Ray

Myliobatis tenuicaudata

Witness the 'birds of the sea' as they glide effortlessly through coastal shallows. With their shimmering blue-spotte...

Fish

Southern Elephant Seal

Mirounga leonina

Witness the sheer power of the ocean's largest seal. From thunderous beach battles to record-breaking deep-sea dives,...

Mammals

Southern Fiddler

Trygonorrhina dumerilii

The Southern Fiddler Ray is the ornate 'Banjo Shark' of Australia's southern coast, known for its intricate patterns ...

Fish

Southern Flying Squirrel

Glaucomys volans

The Southern Flying Squirrel is a wide-eyed, nocturnal acrobat that turns the night sky into a playground. Though the...

Mammals

Southern Fulmar

Fulmarus glacialoides

The silver-winged sentinel of the Southern Ocean, the Southern Fulmar is a master of the Antarctic winds. With its st...

Birds