Species library
Field marks, habits, and camera tips for the wildlife that visits backyard habitats.
Trinket Snake
Coelognathus helena
An elegant and energetic resident of South Asian gardens, the Trinket Snake is a master of mimicry and a tireless hun...
Reptiles
Triple-spotted Clay
Xestia ditrapezium
A nocturnal gem of the Eurasian woodlands, the Triple-spotted Clay is prized by moth-watchers for its rich purplish h...
Insects
Tristan Albatross
Diomedea dabbenena
A critically endangered master of the winds, the Tristan Albatross is one of the world's most magnificent and rarest ...
Birds
Tropical House Gecko
Hemidactylus mabouia
The ultimate 'wall-walker' of the night, the Tropical House Gecko is a tiny, vocal predator that has turned our subur...
Reptiles
Tropical Kingbird
Tyrannus melancholicus
Meet the bold and bright sentinel of the tropics. With its vibrant yellow belly and fearless attitude, the Tropical K...
Birds
Tropical Mockingbird
Mimus gilvus
The ultimate backyard entertainer, the Tropical Mockingbird is a master of mimicry and a bold guardian of its territo...
Birds
Tropical Parula
Setophaga pitiayumi
A vibrant, acrobatic gem of the neotropics, the Tropical Parula is a tiny power-house of energy known for its brillia...
BirdsTrowbridge's Shrew
Sorex trowbridgii
A tiny powerhouse of the Pacific Northwest, Trowbridge's Shrew is a master of the forest floor. Despite its small siz...
Mammals
Trumpeter Swan
Cygnus buccinator
The Trumpeter Swan is the heaviest bird native to North America and a true icon of conservation. Its snowy white feat...
Birds
Tsessebe
Damaliscus lunatus
Discover the Tsessebe, Africa's fastest antelope, known for its incredible stamina and unique purplish-chestnut coat....
Mammals
Tubenose Goby
Proterorhinus marmoratus
A master of camouflage with a very peculiar nose, the Tubenose Goby is a fascinating bottom-dweller of the Black Sea ...
Fish
Tubercled Pygmy Frog
Microhyla butleri
The Tubercled Pygmy Frog is a pocket-sized wonder of the Asian undergrowth. Known for its 'painted' markings and a vo...
Amphibians
Tufted Gray Langur
Semnopithecus priam
With its silver-gray coat and iconic 'mohawk' crest, the Tufted Gray Langur is one of South Asia's most charismatic p...
Mammals
Tufted Puffin
Fratercula cirrhata
With its iconic golden plumes and massive orange bill, the Tufted Puffin is often called the 'sea parrot.' These char...
Birds
Tufted Titmouse
Baeolophus bicolor
Bold, crested, and full of personality, the Tufted Titmouse is the backyard acrobat that every birdwatcher loves. Wit...
Birds
Tui Parakeet
Brotogeris sanctithomae
A social and spirited resident of the Amazon, the Tui Parakeet is instantly recognizable by the sun-yellow patch on i...
Birds
Tule Bluet
Enallagma carunculatum
The Tule Bluet is a dazzling splash of electric blue found dancing across North American wetlands. This resilient dam...
Insects
Tulip-tree Silkmoth
Callosamia angulifera
A nocturnal giant of the Eastern forests, the Tulip-tree Silkmoth is a master of camouflage and a spectacular find fo...
Insects
Tuliptree scale
Toumeyella liriodendri
The Tuliptree scale is a master of the sedentary life, masquerading as a simple bump on a branch while supporting an ...
Insects
Tumbes Hummingbird
Thaumasius baeri
A resilient specialist of the South American dry forests, the Tumbes Hummingbird is an understated beauty. This hardy...
Birds
Tundra Swan
Cygnus columbianus
The Tundra Swan is a majestic Arctic traveler that brings a touch of wild elegance to winter wetlands. Watch for thei...
Birds
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
The Turkey Vulture is a master of the skies, using a keen sense of smell and massive wingspan to patrol the landscape...
Birds
Turner's Thick-toed Gecko
Chondrodactylus turneri
A robust and charismatic resident of southern African gardens, Turner's Thick-toed Gecko is a master of the night. Wi...
Reptiles
Turnip Sawfly
Athalia rosae
The Turnip Sawfly is a jewel-toned visitor to the summer garden, easily recognized by its glowing orange body and dar...
Insects
Turquoise-browed Motmot
Eumomota superciliosa
The 'Torogoz' of Central America is a living jewel, famous for its incredible racket-tipped tail and glowing turquois...
Birds
Turquoise-fronted Amazon
Amazona aestiva
With its stunning blue forehead and boisterous personality, the Turquoise-fronted Amazon is the vibrant soul of the S...
Birds
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Libellula pulchella
A master of aerial maneuvers, the Twelve-spotted Skimmer is easily recognized by its ornate, spotted wings and bold t...
Insects
Twin-spot Skipper
Oligoria maculata
A small but striking resident of the Southeast, the Twin-spot Skipper is easily identified by the bright white dots t...
Insects
Twister
Tholymis tillarga
The ghost of the twilight garden, the Twister is a master of evening aerobatics. Known for its glowing white wing pat...
Insects
Twite
Linaria flavirostris
Meet the hardy 'mountain linnet,' a master of the windswept coast and rugged moorland. With its subtle streaked pluma...
Birds
Two-banded Seabream
Diplodus prayensis
The Two-banded Seabream is a shimmering, striped jewel found only in the crystal-clear waters of Cape Verde. Its bold...
Fish
Two-banded Warbler
Myiothlypis bivittata
With its striking golden belly and bold 'racing stripes' across its crown, the Two-banded Warbler is a vibrant gem of...
Birds
Two-lined Spittlebug
Prosapia bicincta
A striking master of disguise and jumping, the Two-lined Spittlebug brings a splash of racing-stripe color to Eastern...
Insects
Two-spotted Bumble Bee
Bombus bimaculatus
The Two-spotted Bumble Bee is the herald of spring, often the very first bee to visit your garden as the weather warm...
Insects
Two-spotted Lady Beetle
Adalia bipunctata
A pint-sized guardian of the garden, the Two-spotted Lady Beetle is a vibrant red ally in the fight against plant pes...
Insects
Twospotted Spider Mite
Tetranychus urticae
The Twospotted Spider Mite is a master weaver that builds an entire world on the underside of a single leaf. Nearly i...
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