Species library

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

The architect of the rimrock, the Rock Wren is famous for paving the entrance to its home with stone. A tireless expl...

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Rook

Corvus frugilegus

The Rook is a master of social living, recognizable by its 'baggy trousers' and distinctive silvery face. These intel...

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Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

With its striking ruby-red chest and a song that rivals the finest woodland flutes, the Rose-breasted Grosbeak is the...

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Rose-ringed Parakeet

Psittacula krameri

With its brilliant lime-green feathers and unmistakable tropical charm, the Rose-ringed Parakeet is a stunning additi...

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Roseate Spoonbill

Platalea ajaja

Often mistaken for flamingos at a distance, the Roseate Spoonbill is one of North America's most spectacular coastal ...

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Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

The Roseate Tern is a rare and refined seabird, easily identified by its graceful silhouette and long, trailing tail ...

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Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

The Ross's Goose is a petite, elegant traveler of the North American flyways. Often mistaken for its larger cousin, t...

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Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

A majestic visitor from the Arctic tundra, the Rough-legged Hawk is a master of the winter winds. Known for its uniqu...

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Royal Spoonbill

Platalea regia

With its iconic spoon-shaped bill and elegant white plumes, the Royal Spoonbill is a masterpiece of specialized evolu...

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Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

The Royal Tern is the crowning jewel of the coastline, instantly recognizable by its fiery orange bill and punk-rock ...

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Rüppell's Griffon

Gyps rueppelli

The undisputed record-holder for the world's highest flight, the Rüppell's Griffon is a master of the African skies. ...

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Rüppell's Warbler

Curruca ruppeli

A striking icon of the Mediterranean scrub, the Rüppell’s Warbler stands out with its sharp black hood and vivid red ...

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Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

A tiny ball of energy with a hidden splash of crimson, the Ruby-crowned Kinglet is a backyard favorite known for its ...

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Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is a shimmering emerald marvel that defies the limits of avian flight. Watch as these t...

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Ruby-topaz Hummingbird

Chrysolampis mosquitus

Witness the spectacular 'living gem' of the tropics. The Ruby-topaz Hummingbird dazzles observers with its fiery irid...

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Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

Famous for its vibrant sky-blue bill and its habit of cocking its tail like a wren, the Ruddy Duck is the small, spun...

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Ruddy Ground Dove

Columbina talpacoti

A small bird with a big personality, the Ruddy Ground Dove adds a splash of warm cinnamon color to backyards across t...

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Ruddy Quail-Dove

Geotrygon montana

A secretive gem of the forest floor, the Ruddy Quail-Dove is a master of camouflage in the tropical shadows. With its...

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Ruddy Shelduck

Tadorna ferruginea

A stunning, cinnamon-colored waterfowl known for its goose-like honk and striking white wing patches. Whether grazing...

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Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

The world's most industrious beachcomber, the Ruddy Turnstone is a master of the shoreline that uses its bill like a ...

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Rufous-bellied Thrush

Turdus rufiventris

The national bird of Brazil, the Rufous-bellied Thrush is a master songster with a vibrant orange belly. A common and...

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Rufous-breasted Hermit

Glaucis hirsutus

Master of the tropical understory, the Rufous-breasted Hermit is a unique hummingbird known for its curved bill and r...

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Rufous-capped Brushfinch

Atlapetes pileatus

Meet the 'jewel of the thicket'—the Rufous-capped Brushfinch. Endemic to the Mexican highlands, this striking bird br...

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Rufous-capped Warbler

Basileuterus rufifrons

A vibrant burst of color in the brush, the Rufous-capped Warbler is a spirited songbird that brings a touch of the tr...

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Rufous-collared Sparrow

Zonotrichia capensis

With its dapper reddish collar and soulful regional song, the Rufous-collared Sparrow is the quintessential backyard ...

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Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

The copper-colored daredevil of the sky. Known for its incredible 3,000-mile migration and feisty personality, the Ru...

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Rufous Motmot

Baryphthengus martii

With its striking cinnamon plumage and iconic pendulum tail, the Rufous Motmot is a crown jewel of the Neotropical fo...

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Rufous-tailed Hummingbird

Amazilia tzacatl

The spirited guardian of the tropical garden, the Rufous-tailed Hummingbird is a flash of emerald and copper. Bold, t...

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Rufous-vented Chachalaca

Ortalis ruficauda

The Rufous-vented Chachalaca is the charismatic, vocal soul of the Caribbean dry forest. Known for its raucous mornin...

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Rufous-winged Tanager

Tangara lavinia

A shimmering jewel of the tropical canopy, the Rufous-winged Tanager is known for its brilliant emerald plumage and s...

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Russet-backed Oropendola

Psarocolius angustifrons

A master of the canopy, the Russet-backed Oropendola is famous for its elaborate hanging nests and prehistoric-soundi...

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Russet-crowned Motmot

Momotus mexicanus

With its stunning cinnamon-colored cap and iconic 'pendulum' tail, the Russet-crowned Motmot is a true showstopper of...

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Russet-crowned Warbler

Myiothlypis coronata

A vibrant spark in the Andean undergrowth, the Russet-crowned Warbler is famous for its glowing yellow belly and its ...

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Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

A ghostly traveler of the boreal wetlands, the Rusty Blackbird is a rare and rewarding visitor to discover. Known for...

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Rusty-collared Seedeater

Sporophila collaris

A gem of the South American grasslands, the Rusty-collared Seedeater is famous for its vibrant rufous chest band and ...

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Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow

Melozone kieneri

A secretive gem of the Mexican highlands, the Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow is easily identified by its fiery cap and ...

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