Species library
Field marks, habits, and camera tips for the wildlife that visits backyard habitats.
Red-legged Cormorant
Poikilocarbo gaimardi
Meet the rebel of the cormorant family: a solitary cliff-dweller with striking turquoise eyes and neon-red feet. The ...
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Red-legged Honeycreeper
Cyanerpes cyaneus
A living jewel of the tropical canopy, the Red-legged Honeycreeper dazzles with its electric blue plumage and iconic ...
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Red-lored Amazon
Amazona autumnalis
A vibrant jewel of the tropical canopy, the Red-lored Amazon is as famous for its brilliant red 'mask' as it is for i...
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Red-masked Parakeet
Psittacara erythrogenys
Often called the 'Cherry-headed Conure,' the Red-masked Parakeet is a splash of tropical brilliance. Whether in their...
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Red-naped Ibis
Pseudibis papillosa
A striking sentinel of the Indian plains, the Red-naped Ibis is a master of adaptation, blending ancient elegance wit...
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Red-naped Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus nuchalis
A master of the western woods, the Red-naped Sapsucker is a colorful architect that carves elaborate sap wells to sus...
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Red-necked Avocet
Recurvirostra novaehollandiae
Meet the 'Painted Lady' of the Australian wetlands, an elegant wader defined by its upturned bill and vibrant crimson...
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Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegena
A master of the northern wetlands, the Red-necked Grebe is famous for its fiery plumage and elaborate water dances. T...
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Red-necked Phalarope
Phalaropus lobatus
A tiny, needle-billed wanderer that spins like a top on the water, the Red-necked Phalarope is a marvel of the Arctic...
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Red-necked Stint
Calidris ruficollis
A tiny traveler with a massive heart, the Red-necked Stint journeys thousands of miles from the Siberian tundra to so...
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Red Phalarope
Phalaropus fulicarius
A champion of the high seas and the Arctic tundra, the Red Phalarope breaks all the rules. Known for its striking red...
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Red-rumped Cacique
Cacicus haemorrhous
A master of mimicry with a flash of fire on its back, the Red-rumped Cacique brings a touch of tropical drama to any ...
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Red-shouldered Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Vibrant and vocal, the Red-shouldered Hawk is the stunning 'woodland whistler' of the raptors. Recognizable by their ...
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Red-shouldered Macaw
Diopsittaca nobilis
Meet the world's smallest macaw: a pint-sized powerhouse of green feathers and fiery red accents. The Red-shouldered ...
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Red-stained Woodpecker
Veniliornis affinis
A vibrant gem of the Amazonian canopy, the Red-stained Woodpecker brings a splash of gold and crimson to the forest. ...
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Red-tailed Hawk
Buteo jamaicensis
The Red-tailed Hawk is the quintessential guardian of the open sky, known for its piercing gaze and iconic cinnamon t...
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Red-throated Piping-Guan
Pipile cujubi
A striking arboreal bird of the Amazon, the Red-throated Piping-Guan stands out with its brilliant white crest and vi...
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Red-wattled Lapwing
Vanellus indicus
The Red-wattled Lapwing is the vigilant sentinel of the backyard, easily recognized by its striking red face and the ...
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Red-winged Blackbird
Agelaius phoeniceus
The bold sentinel of the marsh, the Red-winged Blackbird is a master of display and one of the most iconic sounds of ...
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Red-winged Francolin
Scleroptila levaillantii
With its striking white throat and flash of rufous wings, the Red-winged Francolin is a jewel of the African highland...
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Redpoll
Acanthis flammea
A hardy survivor of the Arctic tundra, the Redpoll brings a splash of crimson and boundless energy to winter backyard...
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Redwing
Turdus iliacus
A hardy winter visitor from the north, the Redwing is easily identified by its striking white 'eyebrow' and the flash...
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Reed Bunting
Emberiza schoeniclus
A resilient visitor from the wetlands, the Reed Bunting brings a touch of wild marshland to the suburban garden. Watc...
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Resplendent Quetzal
Pharomachrus mocinno
Widely considered one of the most beautiful birds in the world, the Resplendent Quetzal is a shimmering icon of the C...
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Rhinoceros Auklet
Cerorhinca monocerata
Meet the 'Rhino of the Sea,' a mysterious nocturnal relative of the puffin that nests in underground forest burrows a...
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Ring-billed Gull
Larus delawarensis
The ultimate urban survivor, the Ring-billed Gull is a familiar face across North American lakes, parking lots, and s...
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Ring-necked Dove
Streptopelia capicola
With its rhythmic 'work-harder' call and gentle demeanor, the Ring-necked Dove is a quintessential sight and sound of...
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Ringed Kingfisher
Megaceryle torquata
The largest kingfisher in the Americas, the Ringed Kingfisher is a master of the plunge-dive and a common sight along...
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Ringed Teal
Callonetta leucophrys
A miniature marvel of the wetlands, the Ringed Teal is one of the most colorful ducks in the world. With its unique h...
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River Warbler
Locustella fluviatilis
A master of disguise, the River Warbler is a secretive traveler that connects the riverbanks of Eastern Europe to the...
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Rivoli's Hummingbird
Eugenes fulgens
The 'Mountain Gem' of the Southwest, Rivoli's Hummingbird is a towering beauty of the avian world, sporting a regal p...
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Roadside Hawk
Rupornis magnirostris
The Roadside Hawk is the bold, vocal sentinel of the Americas. Often seen perched on fence posts, this adaptable hunt...
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Rock Pigeon
Columba livia
The world's most famous urban adventurer, the Rock Pigeon is a master of adaptation with stunning iridescent plumage ...
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Rock Pipit
Anthus petrosus
A master of the rugged shoreline, the Rock Pipit is one of the few songbirds that calls the salt-sprayed cliffs home....
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Rock Sandpiper
Calidris ptilocnemis
Meet the rugged adventurer of the Pacific coast. The Rock Sandpiper thrives where the waves are wildest, nimbly navig...
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Rock Sparrow
Petronia petronia
Don't let its modest brown plumage fool you; the Rock Sparrow is a hardy specialist of the high cliffs and ancient ru...
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