Species library

Spotted Trunkfish

Lactophrys bicaudalis

Decked out in bold polka dots and encased in a triangular suit of armor, the Spotted Trunkfish is one of the Caribbea...

Fish

Sprague's Pipit

Anthus spragueii

A master of the open skies and hidden grasses, Sprague's Pipit is the elusive ghost of the North American prairie, kn...

Birds

Spring Peeper

Pseudacris crucifer

A tiny titan of the wetlands, the Spring Peeper announces the end of winter with its iconic, high-pitched whistle and...

Amphibians

Springbok

Antidorcas marsupialis

The high-jumping acrobat of the African savanna. With their striking markings and incredible speed, the Springbok is ...

Mammals

Spruce Aphid

Elatobium abietinum

A tiny green marvel with striking red eyes, the Spruce Aphid is a master of the cool season. While small, these sap-s...

Insects

Spur-winged Lapwing

Vanellus spinosus

Meet the bold sentinel of the shoreline. With its high-contrast plumage and fearless attitude, the Spur-winged Lapwin...

Birds

Squacco Heron

Ardeola ralloides

A secretive master of camouflage, the Squacco Heron is a golden-brown wetland dweller that reveals a flash of brillia...

Birds

Square-spot Rustic

Xestia xanthographa

A classic late-summer visitor, the Square-spot Rustic is easily identified by the neat, pale 'windows' on its wings. ...

Insects

Square-spotted Clay

Xestia stigmatica

A gem of the late-summer garden, the Square-spotted Clay is easily recognized by the bold geometric markings on its v...

Insects

Squarespot Rockfish

Sebastes hopkinsi

Dotted with unique geometric patterns, the Squarespot Rockfish is a social star of the Pacific's deep-water reefs. Th...

Fish

Squash Lady Beetle

Epilachna borealis

The Squash Lady Beetle is a bold, spotted herbivore that turns the 'beneficial ladybug' narrative on its head. With i...

Insects

Squatter Pigeon

Geophaps scripta

Meet the 'scribble-faced' ground dweller of the Australian bush. Famous for their calm nature and striking facial pat...

Birds

Squirrel Glider

Petaurus norfolcensis

With a tail as bushy as a squirrel's and the ability to soar through the night sky, the Squirrel Glider is one of Aus...

Mammals

Squirrelfish

Holocentrus adscensionis

Meet the Squirrelfish, the wide-eyed night watchman of the Atlantic reefs. Known for their brilliant red scales and t...

Fish

Sri Lankan Giant Squirrel

Ratufa macroura

Known as the 'Grizzled Giant,' this master of the canopy is one of the largest squirrels in the world. With its salt-...

Mammals

Sri Lankan Green Pit Viper

Craspedocephalus trigonocephalus

An emerald jewel of the island, the Sri Lankan Green Pit Viper is a master of camouflage found nowhere else on Earth....

Reptiles

Star-nosed Mole

Condylura cristata

Equipped with a supernatural sense of touch and a star-shaped nose, this semiaquatic mole is the fastest hunter in th...

Mammals

Starry blenny

Salarias ramosus

Decked out in a constellation of white spots, the Starry blenny is the 'rock star' of the shallow reef. These express...

Fish

Starry Rockfish

Sebastes constellatus

Adorned with a galaxy of tiny white spots, the Starry Rockfish is a vibrant jewel of the Pacific's rocky reefs. This ...

Fish

Starry Skate

Caliraja stellulata

A celestial wonder of the deep Pacific, the Starry Skate is named for the stunning constellation of sharp, star-shape...

Fish

Starry Smooth-hound

Mustelus asterias

The Starry Smooth-hound is a graceful, spotted wanderer of the Atlantic's coastal shallows. Recognizable by its 'star...

Fish

Steel-blue Cricket-hunter Wasp

Chlorion aerarium

A shimmering jewel of the garden, the Steel-blue Cricket-hunter is a master of pest control and one of the most strik...

Insects

Steely-vented Hummingbird

Saucerottia saucerottei

A feisty emerald of the Andes and beyond, the Steely-vented Hummingbird brings a flash of brilliant green and a bold ...

Birds

Steenbok

Raphicerus campestris

With their oversized ears and dainty gait, the steenbok is the crown jewel of backyard African wildlife. These solita...

Mammals

Stejneger's Paddy Frog

Micryletta steinegeri

Hidden among the fallen leaves of Taiwan's southern forests, Stejneger's Paddy Frog is a miniature marvel of camoufla...

Amphibians

Stejneger's Petrel

Pterodroma longirostris

A phantom of the high seas, Stejneger's Petrel is a master of the Pacific winds. Known for its striking wing patterns...

Birds

Steller Sea Lion

Eumetopias jubatus

The Steller Sea Lion is the undisputed heavyweight of the North Pacific coastline. With a roar like a lion and the gr...

Mammals

Steller's Eider

Polysticta stelleri

The smallest and swiftest of the sea ducks, the Steller's Eider is an Arctic gem known for its stunning cinnamon plum...

Birds

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

Meet the bold, blue-blooded intelligence of the Western woods. With their striking charcoal crests and clever persona...

Birds

Steller's Sea Cow

Hydrodamalis gigas

The Steller's Sea Cow was a gentle, 10-ton titan of the North Pacific that lived in the heart of the world's most kel...

Mammals

Steller's Sea-Eagle

Haliaeetus pelagicus

With a massive golden beak and a wingspan that commands the northern skies, the Steller's Sea-Eagle is the undisputed...

Birds

Steppe Eagle

Aquila nipalensis

A majestic master of the open plains, the Steppe Eagle is one of the world's most impressive migratory raptors. Known...

Birds

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

An elegant wader with a penchant for deep water, the Stilt Sandpiper is a master of the mudflats. Its long, greenish ...

Birds

Stone Marten

Martes foina

Often called the 'House Marten,' this agile acrobat is the most common carnivore you've never seen in your backyard. ...

Mammals

Stoplight Parrotfish

Sparisoma viride

The colorful architect of the Caribbean, the Stoplight Parrotfish is famous for its vibrant color shifts and its incr...

Fish

Straight-billed Woodcreeper

Dendroplex picus

A master of the vertical climb, the Straight-billed Woodcreeper is an adaptable insect-hunter found from coastal mang...

Birds