Species library

Scopoli's Shearwater

Calonectris diomedea

A ghostly wanderer of the Mediterranean, the Scopoli's Shearwater combines effortless aerial grace with a mysterious ...

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Scott's Oriole

Icterus parisorum

A striking flash of lemon-yellow against the desert sky, the Scott's Oriole is the master of the arid Southwest. Ofte...

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Screaming Cowbird

Molothrus rufoaxillaris

Meet the Screaming Cowbird, a specialized brood parasite of South America known for its piercing calls and unique rel...

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Scrub Euphonia

Euphonia affinis

A tiny gem of the tropical scrub, the Scrub Euphonia delights backyard observers with its vibrant yellow plumage and ...

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Seaside Sparrow

Ammospiza maritima

A hardy specialist of the coastal fringe, the Seaside Sparrow is a master of the salt marsh. With its robust bill and...

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Sedge Warbler

Acrocephalus schoenobaenus

A boisterous and bold songster of the wetlands, the Sedge Warbler is easily identified by its striking white 'eyebrow...

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Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

The Sedge Wren is a tiny, streaked marvel of the wet prairie, known for its secretive nature and machine-gun chatter....

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Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

A pint-sized powerhouse of the shoreline, the Semipalmated Plover is a master of the dash-and-stop hunt. Known for it...

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Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

Witness the frantic energy of one of nature's greatest travelers. The Semipalmated Sandpiper may be small, but its ma...

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Senegal Lapwing

Vanellus lugubris

Meet the elegant Senegal Lapwing, an understated beauty of the African grasslands. With its striking white forehead a...

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Senegal Thick-knee

Burhinus senegalensis

With its piercing yellow eyes and enigmatic nocturnal calls, the Senegal Thick-knee is a master of the twilight hours...

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Seven-colored Tanager

Tangara fastuosa

One of South America's most breathtakingly vibrant birds, the Seven-colored Tanager is a living rainbow endemic to th...

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Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

Meet the garden’s most agile aviator. The Sharp-shinned Hawk is a master of stealth and speed, bringing the raw energ...

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Sharp-tailed Sandpiper

Calidris acuminata

A champion of migration, the Sharp-tailed Sandpiper journeys across the globe with elegance and speed. Recognizable b...

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Shikra

Tachyspiza badia

Meet the Shikra, the spirited 'pocket hawk' of the suburbs. This small but mighty raptor is a master of ambush, turni...

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Shining-blue Kingfisher

Alcedo quadribrachys

A jewel of the African rainforest, the Shining-blue Kingfisher is a master of the shaded stream. With its brilliant s...

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Shining Honeycreeper

Cyanerpes lucidus

A vibrant jewel of the Central American canopy, the Shining Honeycreeper is best known for its electric indigo feathe...

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Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

A master of opportunism with a coat of shimmering violet, the Shiny Cowbird is a fascinating visitor to open landscap...

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Shoebill

Balaeniceps rex

Step back in time with the Shoebill, a prehistoric-looking giant of the African wetlands. Known for its massive woode...

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Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

The 'sewing machine' of the shore, the Short-billed Dowitcher is a marvel of migratory endurance and specialized feed...

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Short-billed Gull

Larus brachyrhynchus

A refined and elegant visitor from the North, the Short-billed Gull is easily identified by its gentle expression and...

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Short-billed Honeycreeper

Cyanerpes nitidus

A miniature marvel of the Amazonian canopy, the Short-billed Honeycreeper dazzles with its electric blue plumage and ...

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Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

A master of the meadows, the Short-eared Owl is one of the few owls you can spot hunting under the glow of a setting ...

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Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant

Myiornis ecaudatus

The world's smallest perching bird is a hidden gem of the tropical canopy. Looking more like a large bumblebee than a...

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Short-tailed Shearwater

Ardenna tenuirostris

Meet the ultimate long-distance traveler of the Australian coast. Known for their epic 30,000km migration, Short-tail...

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Short-toed Snake-Eagle

Circaetus gallicus

A master of the thermal updrafts, the Short-toed Snake-Eagle is a stunning specialist hunter with an owl-like gaze. I...

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Shy Albatross

Thalassarche cauta

Meet Australia's only endemic albatross, a majestic sea-wanderer that spends its life gliding over the Southern Ocean...

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Siberian Stonechat

Saxicola maurus

A striking master of the open fields, the Siberian Stonechat is famous for its bold black-and-orange plumage and its ...

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Sickle-winged Guan

Chamaepetes goudotii

A hidden gem of the Andean cloud forests, the Sickle-winged Guan is famous for its vibrant blue face and the unique '...

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Silver-beaked Tanager

Ramphocelus carbo

The Silver-beaked Tanager is a masterpiece of contrast, featuring deep velvety maroon plumage and a bill that shines ...

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Silver Gull

Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae

Australia's most iconic coastal bird, the Silver Gull, is a master of survival and a frequent visitor to backyard bir...

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Silver Teal

Spatula versicolor

With its striking black cap and sky-blue bill, the Silver Teal is a jewel of South American wetlands. This elegant, s...

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Silver-throated Tanager

Tangara icterocephala

A flash of living sunshine in the mossy cloud forests, the Silver-throated Tanager is a social gem known for its bril...

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Silvery-throated Jay

Cyanolyca argentigula

A shimmering specter of the Talamanca highlands, the Silvery-throated Jay is a masterpiece of indigo and silver. This...

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Slate-colored Seedeater

Sporophila schistacea

A nomadic gem of the Neotropical forests, the Slate-colored Seedeater is a master of timing, appearing wherever bambo...

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Slate-headed Tody-Flycatcher

Poecilotriccus sylvia

A tiny, energetic master of the undergrowth, the Slate-headed Tody-Flycatcher is a hidden gem of the tropical garden....

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