Species library
Field marks, habits, and camera tips for the wildlife that visits backyard habitats.
african sumac
Searsia lancea
A resilient evergreen with a graceful, weeping silhouette, the African Sumac is a cornerstone of biodiversity that pr...
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Alaska yellow cedar
Callitropsis nootkatensis
A majestic and resilient icon of the Pacific Northwest, the Alaska yellow cedar is famous for its elegant weeping bra...
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alligator juniper
Juniperus deppeana
Defined by its iconic checkered bark and resilience in the face of drought, the Alligator Juniper is a sentinel of th...
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American persimmon
Diospyros virginiana
Often called the 'sugar plum' of the forest, the American persimmon is a hardy native tree famous for its sweet autum...
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Ashe juniper
Juniperus ashei
The rugged backbone of the Texas Hill Country, the Ashe juniper is more than just a tree—it is a vital sanctuary for ...
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Atlantic white cedar
Chamaecyparis thyoides
A spire-like sentinel of the Eastern wetlands, the Atlantic white cedar defines the mysterious beauty of coastal swam...
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Australian Cheesewood
Pittosporum undulatum
Famed for its sweet, jasmine-like scent and vibrant orange berries, the Australian Cheesewood is a magnet for backyar...
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baldcypress
Taxodium distichum
A prehistoric sentinel of the American South, the baldcypress is a rare deciduous conifer famous for its moss-draped ...
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balsam fir
Abies balsamea
The aromatic icon of the North American wilderness, the Balsam Fir is famous for its perfect conical shape and silver...
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balsam poplar
Populus balsamifera
The balsam poplar is a fragrant giant of the North, famous for its resin-scented spring buds and its vital role in st...
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bigleaf magnolia
Magnolia macrophylla
The bigleaf magnolia is a prehistoric giant hiding in the American South, boasting the largest leaves and flowers of ...
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bigtooth aspen
Populus grandidentata
A fast-growing pioneer of the North American woods, the Bigtooth Aspen is famous for its fluttering golden leaves and...
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bishop pine
Pinus muricata
A rugged icon of the California coast, the Bishop Pine is a fire-adapted survivor that turns harsh sea winds into a t...
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bitternut hickory
Carya cordiformis
The bitternut hickory is the most widespread of the North American hickories, famous for its striking sulphur-yellow ...
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black ash
Fraxinus nigra
A champion of the wetlands, the Black Ash is a vital tree that thrives where other hardwoods fail. While currently fa...
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black cherry
Prunus serotina
The Black Cherry is the ultimate backyard wildlife hub, offering a seasonal feast for everything from songbirds to fo...
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black cottonwood
Populus trichocarpa
The titan of the riverbank, the black cottonwood is the largest poplar species in the Americas, famous for its fragra...
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Black Gum
Eucalyptus aggregata
A hardy survivor of Australia's frost-prone tablelands, the Black Gum is a vital refuge for high-altitude wildlife. I...
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black peppermint
Eucalyptus amygdalina
A Tasmanian icon, the black peppermint is famous for its mint-scented leaves and elegant, weeping canopy. This hardy ...
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black pine
Pinus nigra
Rugged, resilient, and reaching for the clouds, the black pine is an evergreen icon that provides vital shelter for o...
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black spruce
Picea mariana
The resilient sentinel of the north, the Black Spruce thrives where other trees fail, anchoring the vast boreal ecosy...
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Black thorn
Senegalia mellifera
A masterpiece of dryland survival, the Black thorn is celebrated for its intoxicating honey-scented flowers and feare...
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Blakely's red gum
Eucalyptus blakelyi
A cornerstone of the Australian bush, Blakely's red gum is a majestic evergreen known for its smooth, mottled bark an...
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blue spruce
Picea pungens
The blue spruce is the crown jewel of the Rocky Mountains, famous for its striking silvery-blue needles and perfect p...
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box elder
Acer negundo
Often called the 'Manitoba Maple,' the Box Elder is a fast-growing North American native that bridges the gap between...
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broadleaf peppermint gum
Eucalyptus dives
An aromatic icon of the Australian tablelands, the Broadleaf Peppermint Gum is more than just a tree—it's a thriving ...
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Butternut
Juglans cinerea
A rare gem of the North American forest, the Butternut is beloved for its rich, buttery nuts and distinctive silvery ...
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California bay
Umbellularia californica
The California bay is the pungent sentinel of Western forests, known for its spicy aroma and dense evergreen canopy. ...
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California incense-cedar
Calocedrus decurrens
The California incense-cedar is a titan of the West, recognizable by its aromatic, reddish bark and unique 'wine glas...
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Camel Thorn
Vachellia erioloba
The Camel Thorn is the undisputed king of the Kalahari, a hardy giant that provides life-saving shade and food in Afr...
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Candlebark
Eucalyptus rubida
A masterpiece of the Australian tablelands, the Candlebark is famous for its glowing white trunk that blushes deep pi...
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Cape Ash
Ekebergia capensis
A majestic African evergreen with a sweeping canopy, the Cape Ash is a cornerstone of biodiversity that transforms an...
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Cape Fig
Ficus sur
Often called the 'supermarket of the bush,' the Cape Fig is a massive, fast-growing tree that produces spectacular cl...
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Carolina hemlock
Tsuga caroliniana
A rare and rugged gem of the southern Appalachians, the Carolina hemlock stands as a resilient sentinel on rocky moun...
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Ceylon cinnamon
Cinnamomum verum
The legendary 'true cinnamon' of Sri Lanka, this aromatic evergreen is as beautiful in a garden as it is essential in...
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Cheese Tree
Glochidion ferdinandi
Famous for its whimsical fruit that looks exactly like miniature wheels of cheese, this Australian native is a bustli...
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