Species library

Rusty-faced Parrot

Hapalopsittaca amazonina

A colorful specialist of the high Andes, the Rusty-faced Parrot is a social and vocal bird that thrives in the misty ...

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Rusty Flowerpiercer

Diglossa sittoides

The clever burglar of the bird world, the Rusty Flowerpiercer uses a hooked bill to steal nectar from the most beauti...

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Rusty-margined Flycatcher

Myiozetetes cayanensis

With its bold white eyebrows and vibrant yellow belly, the Rusty-margined Flycatcher is a lively addition to any trop...

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Rusty-margined Guan

Penelope superciliaris

An elegant forest dweller known for its rhythmic wing-drumming and distinct rusty-edged wings. This South American be...

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Rusty-winged Barbtail

Premnornis guttuliger

A master of the Andean cloud forest, the Rusty-winged Barbtail is known for its vibrant rufous wings and its habit of...

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Sacred Kingfisher

Todiramphus sanctus

A flash of turquoise in the Australian bush, the Sacred Kingfisher is a master of the 'sit-and-wait' hunt. From mangr...

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Saddle-billed Stork

Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis

Meet the most colorful giant of the African wetlands. With its massive 'saddled' bill and striking iridescent plumage...

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Saffron-crowned Tanager

Tangara xanthocephala

A social icon of the Andean cloud forests, the Saffron-crowned Tanager dazzles with its golden head and shimmering tu...

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Saffron Finch

Sicalis flaveola

A burst of golden sunshine for your backyard, the Saffron Finch is a bold and musical tanager. With its fiery orange ...

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Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

The Sage Thrasher is the master of the western shrubsteppe, known for its brilliant yellow eyes and a song that can f...

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Sagebrush Sparrow

Artemisiospiza nevadensis

Meet the 'phantom of the flats,' a shy desert specialist known for its frantic running and melodic song. The Sagebrus...

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Saltmarsh Sparrow

Ammospiza caudacuta

The ghost of the Atlantic coast, the Saltmarsh Sparrow is a master of camouflage that lives its entire life between t...

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Salvin's Albatross

Thalassarche salvini

A master of the Southern Ocean, Salvin's Albatross is a magnificent glider known for its smoky-grey plumage and incre...

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Salvin's Curassow

Mitu salvini

A ghost of the Amazonian understory, Salvin's Curassow is a magnificent, glossy-black bird known for its striking red...

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Sanderling

Calidris alba

The energetic sprinter of the shoreline, the Sanderling is a delight to watch as it dances with the waves. With its p...

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Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

With their prehistoric trumpeting calls and elegant 'bustle' feathers, Sandhill Cranes are the tall, stately ambassad...

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Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

A master of the coastal winds, the Sandwich Tern is easily identified by its 'sandwich' bill—black with a bright yell...

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Sapphire-spangled Emerald

Chionomesa lactea

With a throat like a precious gem and a bold personality to match, the Sapphire-spangled Emerald is the crown jewel o...

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Sapphire-throated Hummingbird

Chrysuronia coeruleogularis

With a throat like a polished gemstone and a spirit that refuses to back down, the Sapphire-throated Hummingbird is a...

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Sapphire-vented Puffleg

Eriocnemis luciani

A high-altitude jewel of the Andes, the Sapphire-vented Puffleg is famous for its shimmering green plumage and distin...

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Sardinian Warbler

Curruca melanocephala

With his dapper black cap and fiery red eyes, the Sardinian Warbler is the charismatic soundtrack of the Mediterranea...

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Sarus Crane

Antigone antigone

The Sarus Crane is a towering icon of the wetlands, standing nearly six feet tall with a striking red crown that dema...

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Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

Look closely for the signature yellow 'eyebrows' of the Savannah Sparrow, a small but hardy songster of the open gras...

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Savi's Warbler

Locustella luscinioides

A master of disguise within the reeds, Savi's Warbler is famous for its mechanical, grasshopper-like song. Discover h...

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Sayaca Tanager

Thraupis sayaca

The Sayaca Tanager is the elegant 'blue-grey' ghost of South American gardens. A frequent and friendly visitor, this ...

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Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

A hardy specialist of the American West, the Say's Phoebe is a desert-loving flycatcher with a warm cinnamon belly an...

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Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant

Lophotriccus pileatus

Tiny but full of personality, the Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant is a master of the forest undergrowth. Famous for its 's...

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Scaled Quail

Callipepla squamata

Meet the 'Cottontop' of the desert. With its iconic white crest and beautiful 'scaly' plumage, the Scaled Quail is a ...

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Scaly-breasted Hummingbird

Phaeochroa cuvierii

The Scaly-breasted Hummingbird is a bold, assertive resident of the Americas, known more for its 'bully' personality ...

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Scaly-headed Parrot

Pionus maximiliani

The Scaly-headed Parrot is a master of subtle beauty, featuring a sophisticated palette of bronze, olive, and purple....

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Scaly-naped Amazon

Amazona mercenarius

Meet the rugged mountaineer of the parrot world. The Scaly-naped Amazon is one of the few parrot species that thrives...

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Scarlet-fronted Parakeet

Psittacara wagleri

A social and spirited resident of the northern Andes, the Scarlet-fronted Parakeet is easily recognized by its vibran...

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Scarlet Macaw

Ara macao

The Scarlet Macaw is a living masterpiece of the tropical canopy, boasting a brilliant palette of primary colors and ...

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Scarlet-rumped Cacique

Cacicus uropygialis

A master of mimicry with a hidden flash of crimson, the Scarlet-rumped Cacique is the charismatic socialite of the tr...

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Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

A breathtaking flash of crimson against the forest green, the Scarlet Tanager is one of North America's most stunning...

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Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

Known as the 'Texas Bird of Paradise,' the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher is a stunning aerial acrobat with a tail that de...

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