Species library
Field marks, habits, and camera tips for the wildlife that visits backyard habitats.
Alaska Blueberry
Vaccinium alaskaense
A crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest understory, the Alaska Blueberry is a vital lifeline for mountain wildlife. Fr...
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American fly-honeysuckle
Lonicera canadensis
A delicate herald of spring, the American fly-honeysuckle brightens northern forests with its twin yellow blossoms an...
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Amur honeysuckle
Lonicera maackii
A hardy and vigorous Asian shrub that dominates forest edges with its fragrant spring blooms and prolific red autumn ...
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Big Berry Manzanita
Arctostaphylos glauca
The Big Berry Manzanita is the crown jewel of the California chaparral, recently honored as the official State Shrub....
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Big Sagebrush
Artemisia tridentata
The aromatic soul of the American West, Big Sagebrush is more than just a plant—it's a critical sanctuary for high-de...
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blue huckleberry
Gaylussacia tomentosa
A hidden gem of the Southern coastal plains, the blue huckleberry is a magnet for pollinators and songbirds. Recogniz...
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Cascade Oregon-grape
Berberis nervosa
A resilient evergreen gem of the Pacific Northwest, the Cascade Oregon-grape transforms shaded forest floors with gol...
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dangleberry
Gaylussacia frondosa
The Dangleberry is an elegant native shrub of the Eastern US, cherished for its pendulous blue fruit and stunning ora...
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Eastwood's Manzanita
Arctostaphylos glandulosa
With its striking red bark and delicate bell-shaped flowers, Eastwood's Manzanita is the architectural gem of the Wes...
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Evergreen Huckleberry
Vaccinium ovatum
A stunning coastal native, the Evergreen Huckleberry offers year-round beauty and a bountiful harvest for both humans...
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gray dogwood
Cornus racemosa
A champion of backyard biodiversity, the gray dogwood is a hardy shrub that transforms through the seasons, offering ...
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Greene's mountain ash
Sorbus scopulina
A spectacular mountain shrub known for its vibrant red berry clusters and brilliant autumn foliage, Greene's mountain...
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greenleaf manzanita
Arctostaphylos patula
With its striking mahogany bark and vibrant green foliage, the greenleaf manzanita is more than just a mountain shrub...
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mountain bush honeysuckle
Diervilla rivularis
A rare treasure of the Southern Appalachians, the mountain bush honeysuckle provides a golden display of summer bloom...
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northern bush honeysuckle
Diervilla lonicera
A resilient native shrub that bridges the gap between forest and field, the northern bush honeysuckle is a pollinator...
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oleander
Nerium oleander
A Mediterranean icon of beauty and resilience, the Oleander defines summer with its lush evergreen leaves and vibrant...
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Prairie Willow
Salix humilis
A tough-as-nails survivor of the Great Plains, the Prairie Willow brings early spring life to dry landscapes with its...
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Red Huckleberry
Vaccinium parvifolium
A gem of the Pacific Northwest forest, the Red Huckleberry stands out with its bright green zigzag stems and jewel-li...
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Rubber Rabbitbrush
Ericameria nauseosa
The golden crown of the high desert, Rubber Rabbitbrush provides a late-season burst of color and a critical sanctuar...
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Scotch Broom
Cytisus scoparius
A vibrant but controversial guest in many landscapes, Scotch Broom is famous for its brilliant golden-yellow blooms a...
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sheep laurel
Kalmia angustifolia
With its clusters of brilliant magenta blossoms and hardy evergreen foliage, Sheep Laurel is a master of the acidic w...
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Shrubby Seablite
Suaeda vera
A resilient survivor of the salt marshes, Shrubby Seablite adds a splash of succulent green and seasonal burgundy to ...
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silky dogwood
Cornus amomum
The silky dogwood is the ultimate backyard 'buffet' for birds, offering high-fat blue berries and dense nesting cover...
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Skunkbush Sumac
Rhus trilobata
A champion of backyard biodiversity, Skunkbush Sumac offers year-round interest with its aromatic foliage, tart red b...
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Tatarian dogwood
Cornus alba
Famous for its stunning crimson stems that glow against the winter snow, the Tatarian dogwood is a versatile shrub th...
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