Species library

Field marks, habits, and camera tips for the wildlife that visits backyard habitats.

505–540 of 1680 species

Eared Quetzal

Eared Quetzal

Euptilotis neoxenus

A hidden gem of the mountain canyons, the Eared Quetzal dazzles with its emerald back and brilliant red breast. This ...

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Eastern Bluebird

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

A flash of brilliant azure in the garden, the Eastern Bluebird is a symbol of spring and one of North America's most ...

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Eastern Bonelli's Warbler

Eastern Bonelli's Warbler

Phylloscopus orientalis

A hidden gem of the Balkan woodlands, the Eastern Bonelli's Warbler is a master of the canopy. With its silky white p...

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Eastern Chanting-Goshawk

Eastern Chanting-Goshawk

Melierax poliopterus

With its striking orange legs and melodic morning whistle, the Eastern Chanting-Goshawk is the elegant sentinel of th...

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Eastern Crested Guineafowl

Eastern Crested Guineafowl

Guttera pucherani

With its wild 'mop-top' of curly black feathers and striking blue face, the Eastern Crested Guineafowl is the punk-ro...

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Eastern Kingbird

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

Meet the 'tyrant' of the backyard—a sleek, monochromatic flycatcher known for its fearless attitude and remarkable ae...

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Eastern Meadowlark

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

With its brilliant yellow breast and melodic, flute-like song, the Eastern Meadowlark is the golden crown of the Amer...

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Eastern Orphean Warbler

Eastern Orphean Warbler

Curruca crassirostris

With its piercing gaze and sophisticated song, the Eastern Orphean Warbler is a highlight of the Mediterranean summer...

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Eastern Phoebe

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

The Eastern Phoebe is a friendly, tail-wagging flycatcher that marks the arrival of spring. Known for its habit of ne...

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Eastern Screech-Owl

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

The ultimate backyard ghost, the Eastern Screech-Owl blends perfectly into the bark of your favorite oak tree. Small ...

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Eastern Subalpine Warbler

Eastern Subalpine Warbler

Curruca cantillans

A Mediterranean jewel, the Eastern Subalpine Warbler is a master of disguise in the thickets. With its striking white...

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Eastern Towhee

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

With their striking 'drink-your-tea' song and bold rufous-sided plumage, Eastern Towhees are the charismatic giants o...

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Eastern Wood-Pewee

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

A subtle master of the forest canopy, the Eastern Wood-Pewee is famous for its haunting, namesake whistle that echoes...

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Ecuadorian Trogon

Ecuadorian Trogon

Trogon mesurus

A vibrant gem of the Tumbesian forests, the Ecuadorian Trogon dazzles with its golden belly and steady, stoic gaze. T...

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Egyptian Goose

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

With its striking chocolate-brown eye patches and regal posture, the Egyptian Goose is a captivating sight in both wi...

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Egyptian Vulture

Egyptian Vulture

Neophron percnopterus

Known as the 'Pharaoh’s Chicken,' the Egyptian Vulture is a remarkable tool-using raptor with striking white plumage ...

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Elegant Euphonia

Elegant Euphonia

Chlorophonia elegantissima

Adorned with a striking sky-blue hood and rich golden plumage, the Elegant Euphonia is a jewel of the Central America...

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Elegant Tern

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

With its striking orange bill and shaggy black crest, the Elegant Tern is a true icon of the Pacific coastline. Known...

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Elegant Trogon

Elegant Trogon

Trogon elegans

With its iridescent green plumage and startling red belly, the Elegant Trogon is a tropical masterpiece that graces t...

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Elf Owl

Elf Owl

Micrathene whitneyi

The Elf Owl is the world's smallest owl, a sparrow-sized desert specialist that makes its home in the hollows of gian...

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Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove

Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove

Turtur chalcospilos

A gem of the African bush, the Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove is famous for its mournful, rhythmic call and the shimmering...

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Emerald Tanager

Emerald Tanager

Tangara florida

A jewel of the tropical canopy, the Emerald Tanager glows with a brilliance that defies description. With its neon-gr...

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Empress Brilliant

Empress Brilliant

Heliodoxa imperatrix

A crown jewel of the Andean cloud forests, the Empress Brilliant is a large, striking hummingbird known for its shimm...

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Emu

Emu

Dromaius novaehollandiae

Australia's tallest native bird is a wonder of the outback, known for its powerful legs, inquisitive nature, and incr...

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Epaulet Oriole

Epaulet Oriole

Icterus cayanensis

With its sleek jet-black plumage and brilliant golden shoulders, the Epaulet Oriole is a master of contrast in the So...

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Eurasian Bittern

Eurasian Bittern

Botaurus stellaris

A master of camouflage hidden within the golden reeds, the Eurasian Bittern is a secretive marvel of the wetlands. Kn...

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Eurasian Blackcap

Eurasian Blackcap

Sylvia atricapilla

With its soulful, fluting song and stylish 'skull cap,' the Eurasian Blackcap is the crown jewel of the European gard...

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Eurasian Bullfinch

Eurasian Bullfinch

Pyrrhula pyrrhula

Admired for its vibrant rose-red breast and distinctive jet-black cap, the Eurasian Bullfinch is a crown jewel of the...

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Eurasian Collared-Dove

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

A graceful and highly adaptable visitor, the Eurasian Collared-Dove is instantly recognizable by its soothing coo and...

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Eurasian Coot

Eurasian Coot

Fulica atra

Recognizable by its coal-black plumage and stark white 'shield,' the Eurasian Coot is a feisty and fascinating waterb...

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Eurasian Curlew

Eurasian Curlew

Numenius arquata

The Eurasian Curlew is the undisputed monarch of the marshlands, instantly recognizable by its elegant, scimitar-shap...

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Eurasian Goshawk

Eurasian Goshawk

Astur gentilis

The Eurasian Goshawk is the 'phantom of the forest,' a master of high-speed aerial maneuvers and stealthy ambushes. D...

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Eurasian Griffon

Eurasian Griffon

Gyps fulvus

The Eurasian Griffon is a majestic master of the mountain thermals, boasting a wingspan that can reach nearly nine fe...

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Eurasian Hobby

Eurasian Hobby

Falco subbuteo

The Eurasian Hobby is a master of the summer skies, a sleek and slender falcon known for its incredible aerial acroba...

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Eurasian Jackdaw

Eurasian Jackdaw

Coloeus monedula

The Eurasian Jackdaw is the dapper, silver-eyed intellectual of the corvid family. Known for their complex social liv...

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Eurasian Jay

Eurasian Jay

Garrulus glandarius

With its signature electric blue wing patches and raspy call, the Eurasian Jay is the most colorful member of the cro...

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