Species library

Definite Tussock Moth

Orgyia definita

With its iconic yellow 'tussocks' and unusual life cycle, the Definite Tussock Moth is a miniature masterpiece of the...

Insects

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Often mistaken for a baby snake, the DeKay's Brownsnake is a full-grown garden guardian that specializes in eating sl...

Reptiles

Deli Little Pygmy Frog

Micryletta inornata

Meet the Deli Little Pygmy Frog, a miniature marvel of the Sumatran rainforest. This 'narrow-mouthed' specialist is s...

Amphibians

Delta Smelt

Hypomesus transpacificus

The Delta Smelt is the 'canary in the coal mine' for California's water health. This tiny, translucent resident of th...

Fish

Demoiselle Crane

Grus virgo

The Demoiselle Crane is the smallest and most elegant member of the crane family, known for its breathtaking migratio...

Birds

Deppe's Squirrel

Sciurus deppei

A small, agile resident of Central American forests, Deppe's Squirrel is easily recognized by its olive-brown coat an...

Mammals

Desert Cottontail

Sylvilagus audubonii

The Desert Cottontail is the ultimate arid-land survivor, known for its iconic white tail and its ability to disappea...

Mammals

Desert Warthog

Phacochoerus aethiopicus

A specialist of the Horn of Africa's most rugged terrain, the Desert Warthog is a master of survival. Identifiable by...

Mammals

Desert Woodrat

Neotoma lepida

Meet the desert's most industrious architect. The Desert Woodrat is a master of survival, building elaborate stick fo...

Mammals

Devil Scorpionfish

Scorpaenopsis diabolus

The Devil Scorpionfish is the reef's most patient ghost, a venomous master of disguise that can vanish in plain sight...

Fish

Devil Stinger

Inimicus didactylus

A master of mimicry and a venomous marvel, the Devil Stinger 'walks' across the ocean floor on specialized fins. This...

Fish

Diadem Dottyback

Pictichromis diadema

With its electric yellow body and a crown of royal purple, the Diadem Dottyback is a jewel of the tropical reef. Smal...

Fish

Diamond Dove

Geopelia cuneata

Meet the Diamond Dove, a tiny, desert-dwelling gem of the Australian outback. With its shimmering spotted wings and v...

Birds

Diamond Stingray

Hypanus dipterurus

The Diamond Stingray is a graceful architect of the Pacific seafloor, known for its sharp angular shape and incredibl...

Fish

Diamond Trevally

Scyris indica

A shimmering jewel of the Indo-Pacific, the Diamond Trevally captivates with its mirror-like skin and majestic, trail...

Fish

Diamondback Spittlebug

Lepyronia quadrangularis

Master of the 'cuckoo spit' and an incredible jumper, the Diamondback Spittlebug is a hidden gem of the backyard inse...

Insects

Diana guenon

Cercopithecus diana

The Diana guenon is the regal sentinel of the West African canopy, instantly recognizable by its striking white beard...

Mammals

Diana Monkey

Cercopithecus diana

Named after the Roman goddess of the hunt for its bow-shaped white brow, the Diana monkey is a crown jewel of the Wes...

Mammals

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

Often called the 'miniature meadowlark,' the Dickcissel is a vibrant icon of the American grasslands. With its bright...

Birds

Doctorfish

Acanthurus chirurgus

Recognizable by the 'scars' on its sides and its defensive tail spine, the Doctorfish is a vital reef-cleaner. This i...

Fish

Dog Snapper

Lutjanus jocu

Meet the reef's most formidable 'canine' predator. With its massive teeth and wary personality, the Dog Snapper is a ...

Fish

Dogbane Leaf Beetle

Chrysochus auratus

Meet the Dogbane Leaf Beetle, a shimmering 'living jewel' of the insect world. With its iridescent metallic shell and...

Insects

Dog's Tooth

Lacanobia suasa

A master of nocturnal disguise, the Dog's Tooth moth is named for the sharp 'W' shape on its wings. This common Palea...

Insects

Dogwood Spittlebug

Clastoptera proteus

A master of the 'cuckoo spit' disguise, the Dogwood Spittlebug is a vibrant, jumping gem of the North American garden...

Insects

Dollarbird

Eurystomus orientalis

The Dollarbird is a master of the skies, named for the shimmering 'silver dollars' on its wings. A colorful summer vi...

Birds

Dolly Varden

Salvelinus malma

A master of the cold Pacific currents, the Dolly Varden is a vibrant char known for its nomadic lifestyle and strikin...

Fish

Dolphin Gull

Leucophaeus scoresbii

A striking specialist of the southern coasts, the Dolphin Gull stands out with its vivid crimson bill and sophisticat...

Birds

Domestic Bactrian Camel

Camelus bactrianus

The Domestic Bactrian Camel is the two-humped titan of the Central Asian steppes, a resilient survivor built to withs...

Mammals

Domestic Cat

Felis catus

From graceful garden patrollers to fierce nocturnal hunters, domestic cats are the most common visitors to backyard c...

Mammals

Domestic Cattle

Bos taurus

The Domestic Cow is a cornerstone of rural landscapes worldwide, known for its social intelligence and rhythmic grazi...

Mammals

Domestic Dog

Canis familiaris

The world's most diverse mammal and our oldest companion, the domestic dog is a master of adaptation. From tiny lap d...

Mammals

Domestic Goat

Capra hircus

Curious, agile, and full of personality, the domestic goat is the ultimate backyard browser. Whether they're clearing...

Mammals

Domestic Horse

Equus caballus

The domestic horse is a powerful symbol of grace and history that has been a human companion for over 5,000 years. Fr...

Mammals

Domestic Sheep

Ovis aries

The world's most famous woolly grazer, the domestic sheep is a masterpiece of social intelligence and hardiness. From...

Mammals

Domestic Water Buffalo

Bubalus bubalis

The Domestic Water Buffalo is a gentle, semi-aquatic giant that thrives where land meets water. Known as the 'Living ...

Mammals

Domestic Yak

Bos grunniens

The shaggy sentinel of the high peaks, the domestic yak is a master of survival in the world's most extreme environme...

Mammals