Species library

Black Redhorse

Moxostoma duquesnei

A shimmering inhabitant of North America's cleanest rivers, the Black Redhorse is a master of the riverbed. Known as ...

Fish

Black Rhinoceros

Diceros bicornis

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

Mammals

Black Rockfish

Sebastes melanops

The iconic 'black bass' of the Pacific, these schooling rockfish are the lively heart of the West Coast's kelp forest...

Fish

Black Scabbardfish

Aphanopus carbo

A mysterious ribbon of the abyss, the Black Scabbardfish is a deep-sea marvel known for its jet-black skin and pierci...

Fish

Black Scale

Parasaissetia nigra

The Black Scale is a master of sedentary survival, transforming from a tiny crawler into a glossy, shield-like sentin...

Insects

Black Scimitarbill

Rhinopomastus aterrimus

The Black Scimitarbill is a sleek, acrobatic specialist of the African savannah, known for its distinctively curved b...

Birds

Black Scorpionfish

Scorpaena porcus

A master of underwater disguise, the Black Scorpionfish blends perfectly into the rocky reefs of the Mediterranean. A...

Fish

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

The Black Scoter is a master of the northern seas, known for its velvety black plumage and a hauntingly beautiful whi...

Birds

Black Sea Bass

Centropristis striata

The Black Sea Bass is the charismatic 'sentinel' of the Atlantic coast, known for its striking color changes and its ...

Fish

Black Seabream

Spondyliosoma cantharus

A silver-scaled wonder of the Atlantic and Mediterranean, the Black Seabream is famous for its unique nesting habits ...

Fish

Black-shouldered Kite

Elanus axillaris

Meet Australia’s most graceful hoverer. With its snowy white plumage and piercing red gaze, the Black-shouldered Kite...

Birds

Black Spiny-tailed Iguana

Ctenosaura similis

Meet the world's fastest lizard, an armored speedster that thrives in the heat. With its prehistoric spines and light...

Reptiles

Black-spotted Frog

Pelophylax nigromaculatus

A vibrant icon of East Asian wetlands, the Black-spotted Frog is famous for its striking green color and incredible l...

Amphibians

Black Stork

Ciconia nigra

A master of the deep woods, the Black Stork is the shy, iridescent cousin of the common White Stork. With its vibrant...

Birds

Black-striped Sparrow

Arremonops conirostris

A bold ground-dweller of the tropical edges, the Black-striped Sparrow is easily recognized by its striking 'racing s...

Birds

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...

Mammals

Black-tailed Bumble Bee

Bombus melanopygus

One of the first messengers of spring, the Black-tailed Bumble Bee is a hardy and colorful pollinator. Easily recogni...

Insects

Black-tailed Gnatcatcher

Polioptila melanura

The Black-tailed Gnatcatcher is a pint-sized powerhouse of the American Southwest. A year-round desert dweller, this ...

Birds

Black-tailed Godwit

Limosa limosa

A master of migration and a symbol of the wetlands, the Black-tailed Godwit stands tall on stilt-like legs. Witness t...

Birds

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 ...

Mammals

Black-tailed Prairie Dog

Cynomys ludovicianus

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

Mammals

Black-tailed Skimmer

Orthetrum cancellatum

A master of the sunny shoreline, the Black-tailed Skimmer is famous for its powder-blue color and its unique habit of...

Insects

Black-tailed Trogon

Trogon melanurus

A hidden gem of the Amazonian lowlands, the Black-tailed Trogon is defined by its shimmering green back and brilliant...

Birds

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

A charcoal-colored gem of the wetlands, the Black Tern is a master of aerial acrobatics. This elegant migrant links t...

Birds

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

A striking icon of the deep eastern woods, the Black-throated Blue Warbler stands out with its dapper three-toned sui...

Birds

Black-throated Flowerpiercer

Diglossa brunneiventris

The ultimate Andean nectar thief, the Black-throated Flowerpiercer is a bold and colorful high-altitude specialist th...

Birds

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

A dapper visitor of the Western woods, the Black-throated Gray Warbler is a study in monochrome elegance with its cri...

Birds

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

With its buzzy song and brilliant yellow face, the Black-throated Green Warbler is a jewel of the coniferous forest. ...

Birds

Black-throated Jay

Cyanolyca pumilo

A resident of the misty highlands, the Black-throated Jay is a striking vision in violet and black. This intelligent ...

Birds

Black-throated Magpie-Jay

Cyanocorax colliei

With a tail longer than its body and a striking jet-black crest, the Black-throated Magpie-Jay is the undisputed roya...

Birds

Black-throated Mango

Anthracothorax nigricollis

A shimmering gem of the Neotropics, the Black-throated Mango is a bold hummingbird known for its striking velvety plu...

Birds

Black-throated Sparrow

Amphispiza bilineata

Meet the dapper 'gentleman' of the desert, a resilient songbird that thrives where others wither. With its sharp blac...

Birds

Black Turnstone

Arenaria melanocephala

The master of the Pacific's rocky edge, the Black Turnstone uses its specialized bill to flip stones and hunt where t...

Birds

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

The Black Vulture is an essential part of the ecosystem's cleanup crew, known for its social intelligence and strikin...

Birds

Black-whiskered Vireo

Vireo altiloquus

A persistent singer of the tropical coast, the Black-whiskered Vireo is the quintessential 'voice of the mangroves.' ...

Birds

Black Wildebeest

Connochaetes gnou

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

Mammals