Species library

Coppery-bellied Puffleg

Eriocnemis cupreoventris

A high-altitude gem of the Andes, the Coppery-bellied Puffleg dazzles with its metallic orange belly and whimsical wh...

Birds

Coral Scorpionfish

Scorpaenodes parvipinnis

A pint-sized predator with a penchant for disguise, the Coral Scorpionfish is one of the reef's most elusive resident...

Fish

Corkwing Wrasse

Symphodus melops

A jewel of the Atlantic coast, the Corkwing Wrasse is famous for its intricate seaweed nests and brilliant, jewel-ton...

Fish

Corn Bunting

Emberiza calandra

The quintessential bird of the open fields, the Corn Bunting is famous for its 'jangling keys' song and its mastery o...

Birds

Corn Earworm Moth

Helicoverpa zea

Though famous as a garden pest in its larval stage, the adult Corn Earworm Moth is a beautiful nocturnal traveler wit...

Insects

Cornelian

Deudorix epijarbas

A jewel of the canopy, the Cornelian butterfly dazzles with its fiery orange-red wings and delicate, hair-like tails....

Insects

Cornfield Ant

Lasius alienus

The Cornfield Ant is the hidden architect of the meadow, a master aphid-farmer that builds complex empires right bene...

Insects

Corsican Pine Shoot Aphid

Cinara brauni

A giant among aphids, the Corsican Pine Shoot Aphid is a master of the pine canopy. Watch closely and you'll see a mi...

Insects

Cory's Shearwater

Calonectris borealis

The ghost of the Atlantic waves, Cory’s Shearwater is a master glider that travels thousands of miles across the open...

Birds

Costa Rican Brushfinch

Arremon costaricensis

A dapper resident of the Central American undergrowth, the Costa Rican Brushfinch is easily recognized by its strikin...

Birds

Costa Rican Warbler

Basileuterus melanotis

A restless gem of the Central American highlands, the Costa Rican Warbler is instantly recognizable by its bold black...

Birds

Costa's Hummingbird

Calypte costae

A tiny desert jewel with a regal purple crown, the Costa's Hummingbird is the Southwestern desert's most dazzling aer...

Birds

Cotton Aphid

Acyrthosiphon gossypii

The Cotton Aphid is a tiny marvel of the insect world, known for its incredible reproductive speed and its unique 'fa...

Insects

Cottonwood Leafminer

Paraleucoptera albella

A tiny ghost of the Cottonwood canopy, this moth transforms leaves into intricate nurseries. Known for its brilliant ...

Insects

Cottony Camellia Scale

Pulvinaria camelicola

A master of disguise in the garden, the Cottony Camellia Scale is best known for the long, white waxy 'tails' it leav...

Insects

Cottony cushion scale

Icerya purchasi

The cottony cushion scale is a master of waxy architecture, creating elaborate fluted egg sacs that look like miniatu...

Insects

Cottony Hydrangea Scale

Pulvinaria kuwacola

Look closely at your garden shrubs and you might find what looks like tiny tufts of cotton. The Cottony Hydrangea Sca...

Insects

Cottony Maple Scale

Neopulvinaria innumerabilis

Look closely at your maple trees in early summer, and you might see what looks like bits of popcorn stuck to the twig...

Insects

Couch's Kingbird

Tyrannus couchii

A bold and vocal icon of the Rio Grande Valley, the Couch's Kingbird brings a splash of tropical yellow and high-ener...

Birds

Cownose Ray

Rhinoptera bonasus

Witness the underwater 'flight' of the Cownose Ray, a graceful social traveler known for its unique cow-like snout an...

Fish

Cowpea Aphid

Aphis craccivora

The Cowpea Aphid is a tiny marvel of the insect world, identifiable by its polished black armor and its remarkable ab...

Insects

Cowtail Stingray

Pastinachus sephen

With its majestic flag-like tail and wide, diamond-shaped body, the Cowtail Stingray is a true icon of the Indo-Pacif...

Fish

Coyote

Canis latrans

The ultimate survivor of the American wilderness, the coyote is a master of adaptation. From desert canyons to suburb...

Mammals

Coypu

Myocastor coypus

With their vibrant orange teeth and impressive swimming skills, the coypu is a fascinating giant of the wetlands. Oft...

Mammals

Cozumel Emerald

Cynanthus forficatus

An island treasure found only on Cozumel, this shimmering emerald hummingbird is famous for the male's dramatic, deep...

Birds

Crab-eating Fox

Cerdocyon thous

A resilient and resourceful spirit of the South American twilight, the Crab-eating Fox is a master of adaptation. Fro...

Mammals

Crab-eating Frog

Fejervarya cancrivora

The Crab-eating Frog is the ultimate coastal survivor, famously known as the only amphibian that can thrive in the sa...

Amphibians

Crab-eating Raccoon

Procyon cancrivorus

The Crab-eating Raccoon is the sleek, water-loving specialist of the South American night. With its sensitive paws an...

Mammals

Crabeater Seal

Lobodon carcinophaga

The world's most abundant seal is a master of the Antarctic ice. With specialized teeth for krill-filtering and incre...

Mammals

Cream-spotted Ladybird

Calvia quatuordecimguttata

A maroon-colored gem of the canopy, the Cream-spotted Ladybird is a master aphid hunter. With 14 elegant pale spots, ...

Insects

Cream-streaked Ladybird

Harmonia quadripunctata

A specialized hunter of the pine canopy, the Cream-streaked Ladybird is a beautiful and beneficial guest in any everg...

Insects

Creamy-bellied Thrush

Turdus amaurochalinus

A familiar and melodic presence in South American backyards, the Creamy-bellied Thrush is a master of the garden lawn...

Birds

Creek Chub

Semotilus atromaculatus

The Creek Chub is a charismatic and industrious architect of the stream bed, known for building stone nests and domin...

Fish

Creole Wrasse

Bodianus parrae

The Creole Wrasse is the 'purple cloud' of the Caribbean, a social and streamlined fish that brings vibrant color to ...

Fish

Crested Anole

Anolis cristatellus

Meet the bold, crown-tailed gymnast of the Caribbean. The Crested Anole is a charismatic lizard that brings tropical ...

Reptiles

Crested Auklet

Aethia cristatella

With a whimsical forehead crest and the scent of fresh tangerines, the Crested Auklet is the North Pacific's most cha...

Birds