Species library

Armored Rat

Hoplomys gymnurus

The Armored Rat is a fascinating, spine-covered survivor of the Central and South American rainforests. This nocturna...

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Asian Elephant

Elephas maximus

The gentle giant of the Eastern forests, the Asian Elephant is a master of intelligence and social complexity. Discov...

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Asian House Shrew

Suncus murinus

Meet the 'jingling' insect-hunter of the backyard. The Asian House Shrew is a tiny powerhouse that uses its incredibl...

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Assam Macaque

Macaca assamensis

A resilient mountain dweller with a soulful gaze, the Assam Macaque thrives in the misty forests of the Himalayas. Th...

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Atlantic Spotted Dolphin

Stenella frontalis

The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin is a master of the surf, famous for its intricate speckled coat and playful personality....

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Australian Humpback Dolphin

Sousa sahulensis

An elusive coastal icon, the Australian humpback dolphin is a master of the shallows, recognized by its unique dorsal...

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Australian Sea Lion

Neophoca cinerea

Australia’s rarest marine mammal, the Australian Sea Lion is a true local icon. Found only on the southern wild coast...

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Australian Snubfin Dolphin

Orcaella heinsohni

With its uniquely rounded head and shy personality, the Australian Snubfin Dolphin is one of the world's most elusive...

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Azara's Agouti

Dasyprocta azarae

A vital 'forest gardener' of South America, Azara's Agouti is a shy, high-stepping rodent known for its incredible se...

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Balabac Chevrotain

Tragulus nigricans

Meet the Philippines' 'living fossil,' a miniature hoofed marvel no larger than a house cat. Found only on a handful ...

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Banded Mongoose

Mungos mungo

The Banded Mongoose is Africa's most social small carnivore, famous for its zebra-like stripes and complex family lif...

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Banded Surili

Presbytis femoralis

Meet the 'ghost of the forest,' a critically endangered primate with a striking black-and-white coat found only in Si...

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Bank Vole

Clethrionomys glareolus

With its warm chestnut fur and surprisingly bold personality, the Bank Vole is the woodland's most charismatic climbe...

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Barasingha

Rucervus duvaucelii

Known as the 'Twelve-Tined' deer, the Barasingha is a majestic wetland specialist of the Indian subcontinent. With it...

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Bat-eared Fox

Otocyon megalotis

With ears like satellite dishes and a specialized diet of termites, the Bat-eared Fox is one of Africa's most fascina...

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Bay Duiker

Cephalophus dorsalis

A secretive inhabitant of the African rainforest, the Bay Duiker is easily recognized by the bold black stripe that r...

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Belding's Ground Squirrel

Urocitellus beldingi

Famous for their 'picket-pin' posture and piercing alarm calls, these social mountain residents are the sentries of t...

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Bendire's Shrew

Sorex bendirii

Witness the 'Jesus Shrew' of the Pacific Northwest—a sleek, dark-furred diver that can literally run on water. This e...

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Bengal Sacred Langur

Semnopithecus entellus

Revered for centuries and recognizable by its striking black face and silvery coat, the Bengal Sacred Langur is an ic...

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Bighorn Sheep

Ovis canadensis

Master of the mountain peaks, the Bighorn Sheep is a symbol of the American West's rugged spirit. Known for their mas...

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Black Agouti

Dasyprocta fuliginosa

Meet the Amazon's most industrious gardener. With its sleek black coat and incredible speed, the Black Agouti is a vi...

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Black-backed Jackal

Lupulella mesomelas

The Black-backed Jackal is a master of the African landscape, known for its striking silver-flecked saddle and haunti...

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Black-bellied Pangolin

Phataginus tetradactylus

Meet the most acrobatic member of the pangolin family. With a tail longer than its body and a unique daytime schedule...

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Black Flying-fox

Pteropus alecto

The Black Flying-fox is a majestic 'mega-bat' that reigns over the night skies of Northern Australia. As an essential...

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Black-footed Cat

Felis nigripes

Widely considered the world's deadliest feline, the tiny Black-footed Cat is a master of the African night. This pint...

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Black Giant Squirrel

Ratufa bicolor

One of the world's largest squirrels, this 'Olympic athlete' of the canopy is famous for its massive tail and incredi...

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Black Rat

Rattus rattus

The ultimate high-wire artist of the backyard, the Black Rat is a master of climbing and stealth. Discover the secret...

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Black Rhinoceros

Diceros bicornis

The black rhinoceros is the elusive, hooked-lipped architect of the African bush. A prehistoric marvel, this critical...

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Black-striped Squirrel

Callosciurus nigrovittatus

A master of the Sundaic canopy, the Black-striped Squirrel is easily recognized by its bold 'racing stripes' and ener...

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Black-tailed Jackrabbit

Lepus californicus

With ears that act like natural cooling systems and legs built for 40-mph sprints, the Black-tailed Jackrabbit is an ...

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Black-tailed Prairie Dog

Cynomys ludovicianus

The charismatic socialites of the American Great Plains, black-tailed prairie dogs are famous for their complex 'town...

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Black Wildebeest

Connochaetes gnou

Often called the 'clown of the plains,' the Black Wildebeest is a spirited icon of the South African highveld, easily...

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Blackbuck

Antilope cervicapra

With its magnificent corkscrew horns and striking tuxedo-like coat, the Blackbuck is the undisputed elegant sprinter ...

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Blue Duiker

Philantomba monticola

Meet the blue duiker, Africa's smallest and most enchanting forest antelope. These tiny, 'blue-tinted' gems are known...

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Blue Monkey

Cercopithecus mitis

With its regal white brow and slate-colored coat, the Blue Monkey is a master of the African canopy. Discover how to ...

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Bobcat

Lynx rufus

The bobcat is North America's most successful wild cat, a master of camouflage that can thrive everywhere from deep w...

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