Species library

Lesser Adjutant

Leptoptilos javanicus

A towering and prehistoric-looking resident of Asian wetlands, the Lesser Adjutant commands attention with its massiv...

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Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

A sophisticated traveler with striking slate-colored wings and bright yellow legs, the Lesser Black-backed Gull is a ...

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Lesser Blue-eared Starling

Lamprotornis chloropterus

A shimmer of living metal in the African savanna, the Lesser Blue-eared Starling dazzles with its iridescent plumage ...

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Lesser Crested Tern

Thalasseus bengalensis

An elegant master of the coastline, the Lesser Crested Tern is instantly recognizable by its shock of black hair and ...

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Lesser Elaenia

Elaenia chiriquensis

A small bird with a buzzy personality, the Lesser Elaenia is a master of the 'sally-strike' hunt. Recognized by its s...

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Lesser Flamingo

Phoeniconaias minor

The Lesser Flamingo is the vibrant soul of the Rift Valley, forming the largest and most breathtaking avian spectacle...

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Lesser Frigatebird

Fregata ariel

Often called the 'Man-o'-War' bird, the Lesser Frigatebird is the ultimate pirate of the tropical skies. With a massi...

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Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

The smallest goldfinch in North America, the Lesser Goldfinch is a bundle of yellow energy that lights up backyards f...

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Lesser Kestrel

Falco naumanni

A social and striking falcon of the open plains, the Lesser Kestrel is famous for its acrobatic flight and preference...

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Lesser Kiskadee

Philohydor lictor

A slender specialist of the shoreline, the Lesser Kiskadee is the elegant, water-loving relative of the Great Kiskade...

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Lesser Masked Weaver

Ploceus intermedius

The Lesser Masked Weaver is the savanna's most industrious architect, known for weaving complex hanging nests and lig...

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Lesser Rhea

Rhea pennata

Often called Darwin's Rhea, this flightless speedster is the spirit of the Patagonian wilderness. With its speckled p...

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Lesser Spotted Eagle

Clanga pomarina

A majestic transcontinental traveler, the Lesser Spotted Eagle is as comfortable walking through a Polish meadow as i...

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Lesser Spotted Woodpecker

Dryobates minor

The Lesser Spotted Woodpecker is a sparrow-sized master of the canopy, known for its rapid-fire drumming and striking...

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Lesser Violetear

Colibri cyanotus

A shimmering jewel of the high-altitude cloud forests, the Lesser Violetear is as famous for its aggressive personali...

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Lesser Whitethroat

Curruca curruca

A master of the thicket, the Lesser Whitethroat is a subtle beauty known for its distinctive dark mask and mechanical...

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Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

A long-distance traveler with stilt-like golden legs and a refined silhouette, the Lesser Yellowlegs brings a touch o...

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Lesson's Motmot

Momotus lessonii

The 'pendulum of the forest,' Lesson's Motmot is famous for its stunning turquoise crown and a unique racket-tipped t...

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Lesson's Seedeater

Sporophila bouvronides

A dapper little songbird of the South American grasslands, the Lesson's Seedeater is a master of the 'weed-patch' sta...

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Letter-winged Kite

Elanus scriptus

Meet the ghost of the Australian outback, the world's only nocturnal kite. With its striking red eyes and iconic 'M' ...

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Lettered Aracari

Pteroglossus inscriptus

Admired for the cryptic, ink-like markings on its bill, the Lettered Aracari is the smallest and most social of the A...

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Lilac-breasted Roller

Coracias caudatus

Widely considered one of the most beautiful birds in the world, the Lilac-breasted Roller is a kaleidoscope of color....

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Lilac-crowned Amazon

Amazona finschi

With its stunning violet-blue crown and spirited personality, the Lilac-crowned Amazon is a crown jewel of the Pacifi...

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Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

Meet the Lincoln's Sparrow, the shy 'mouse' of the bird world. This secretive traveler is prized by birders for its s...

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Lineated Foliage-gleaner

Syndactyla subalaris

A methodical detective of the cloud forest, the Lineated Foliage-gleaner uses its powerful bill to uncover life hidde...

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Lineated Woodpecker

Dryocopus lineatus

A striking giant of the tropical canopy, the Lineated Woodpecker is famous for its flaming red crest and powerful dru...

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Lined Seedeater

Sporophila lineola

With its dapper 'mustache' and melodic trill, the Lined Seedeater is a charismatic visitor to South American grasslan...

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Little Bittern

Botaurus minutus

A tiny master of disguise, the Little Bittern is the smallest heron in its range, expertly blending into reedbeds wit...

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Little Black Cormorant

Phalacrocorax sulcirostris

A sleek, emerald-eyed master of the water, the Little Black Cormorant is famous for its coordinated pack-hunting and ...

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Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

A master of patience, the Little Blue Heron is the 'quiet neighbor' of the wetlands. Famous for its dramatic color tr...

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Little Eagle

Hieraaetus morphnoides

The Little Eagle is Australia's smallest eagle, a compact powerhouse of the skies recognizable by its feathered legs ...

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Little Egret

Egretta garzetta

Elegant, energetic, and easily identified by its bright 'yellow slippers,' the Little Egret is a master of the marsh....

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Little Grebe

Tachybaptus ruficollis

Meet the 'dabchick,' a tiny, fluff-butted master of the underwater world. With its vibrant red neck and disappearing ...

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Little Gull

Hydrocoloeus minutus

The world's smallest gull is a masterpiece of avian grace, combining the elegance of a tern with the resilience of a ...

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Little Hermit

Phaethornis longuemareus

A pint-sized dynamo of the tropical undergrowth, the Little Hermit is famous for its curved bill and its habit of fol...

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Little Kingfisher

Ceyx pusillus

The Little Kingfisher is a tiny, living jewel of the northern mangroves. Though barely larger than a thumb, its brill...

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