Species library

Giant Ghost Shrimp

Neotrypaea gigas

The translucent 'architect of the tideflats,' Giant Ghost Shrimp are secretive engineers that build vast subterranean...

Insects

Giant Ground Pangolin

Smutsia gigantea

The largest of all pangolin species, this 'scaly anteater' is a relic of prehistoric design. An endangered marvel of ...

Mammals

Giant Guitarfish

Glaucostegus typus

A striking blend of shark and ray, the Giant Guitarfish is a master of camouflage in the Indo-Pacific shallows. This ...

Fish

Giant Hummingbird

Patagona gigas

The Giant Hummingbird is a true marvel of the Andes, standing as the largest hummingbird in the world with the wingsp...

Birds

Giant Kingfisher

Megaceryle maxima

The largest kingfisher on the African continent, this striking bird is a master of the 'sit-and-wait' hunting techniq...

Birds

Giant kokopu

Galaxias argenteus

The Giant kokopu is the undisputed heavyweight of New Zealand's freshwater world. A cryptic beauty with golden 'star-...

Fish

Giant Moray

Gymnothorax javanicus

The undisputed heavyweight of the Indo-Pacific reefs, the Giant Moray is a master of stealth and power. This massive,...

Fish

Giant Oarfish

Regalecus glesne

Meet the real-life sea serpent: a shimmering, ribbon-like giant that haunts the ocean's twilight zone. Growing up to ...

Fish

Giant Parrot Snake

Leptophis ahaetulla

A vibrant emerald master of the treetops, the Giant Parrot Snake is a slender, lightning-fast hunter of the tropical ...

Reptiles

Giant Sea Bass

Stereolepis gigas

The Giant Sea Bass is a gentle, curious titan of the California kelp forests. Once nearly extinct, these massive 'pup...

Fish

Giant Trevally

Caranx ignobilis

Meet the 'Gangster of the Ocean,' a powerful apex predator known for its incredible strength and the ability to snatc...

Fish

Giant Whitefly

Aleurodicus dugesii

A master of disguise and wax-work, the Giant Whitefly is an architectural marvel of the insect world. Famous for the ...

Insects

Giant Willow Aphid

Tuberolachnus salignus

Meet the giant of the aphid world. With its prehistoric appearance and unique 'shark fin' back, the Giant Willow Aphi...

Insects

Gila Woodpecker

Melanerpes uropygialis

The spirited architect of the desert, the Gila Woodpecker is as famous for its bold personality as it is for its icon...

Birds

Gilded Flicker

Colaptes chrysoides

The golden-winged architect of the Sonoran Desert, the Gilded Flicker is a striking woodpecker that makes its home in...

Birds

Gilded Hummingbird

Hylocharis chrysura

With its shimmering bronze-green feathers and striking coral-red bill, the Gilded Hummingbird is a jewel of South Ame...

Birds

Gilt-edged Tanager

Tangara cyanoventris

A shimmering jewel of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, the Gilt-edged Tanager captivates with its brilliant golden plum...

Birds

Glassy-winged Sharpshooter

Homalodisca vitripennis

A large and distinctive leafhopper, the Glassy-winged Sharpshooter is famous for its transparent wings and its specia...

Insects

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

The Glaucous Gull is a ghostly titan of the north, ruling the Arctic skies with its massive wingspan and distinctive ...

Birds

Glaucous Macaw

Anodorhynchus glaucus

A turquoise ghost of the South American rivers, the Glaucous Macaw is a majestic parrot that remains one of the world...

Birds

Glaucous Tanager

Thraupis glaucocolpa

A shimmering pale-blue gem of the northern South American lowlands, the Glaucous Tanager is a social and vocal visito...

Birds

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

Meet the undisputed king of the Pacific Northwest coast. With its pearly grey wings and bold personality, the Glaucou...

Birds

Glistening-green Tanager

Chlorochrysa phoenicotis

The Glistening-green Tanager is a living emerald of the Andean cloud forests. With its luminous plumage and energetic...

Birds

Glittering-bellied Emerald

Chlorostilbon lucidus

A shimmering jewel of the southern hemisphere, the Glittering-bellied Emerald brings a flash of metallic green and a ...

Birds

Glittering-throated Emerald

Chionomesa fimbriata

A shimmering jewel of South American gardens, the Glittering-throated Emerald is as bold as it is beautiful. With its...

Birds

Glossy-black Thrush

Turdus serranus

The Glossy-black Thrush is the 'midnight' songster of the Andes, recognizable by its jet-black plumage and glowing or...

Birds

Glossy Flowerpiercer

Diglossa lafresnayii

The Glossy Flowerpiercer is the clever 'nectar thief' of the Andes, easily recognized by its uniquely hooked bill and...

Birds

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

With its shimmering iridescent plumage and elegant curved bill, the Glossy Ibis is a stunning visitor to wetlands acr...

Birds

Glowing Puffleg

Eriocnemis vestita

A high-altitude marvel of the Andes, the Glowing Puffleg dazzles with iridescent violet plumage and its signature whi...

Birds

Günther's Dik-dik

Madoqua guentheri

Meet one of Africa's smallest and most charming antelopes, known for its wiggly snout and monogamous lifestyle. The G...

Mammals

Goitered Gazelle

Gazella subgutturosa

The ghost of the steppes, the Goitered Gazelle is a master of desert survival, known for its incredible sprinting spe...

Mammals

Goldcrest

Regulus regulus

As Europe's smallest bird, the Goldcrest is a featherweight marvel with a fiery crown. This energetic 'petty king' is...

Birds

Golden-bellied Euphonia

Euphonia chrysopasta

A radiant jewel of the Amazonian canopy, the Golden-bellied Euphonia is famous for its shimmering yellow plumage and ...

Birds

Golden-breasted Puffleg

Eriocnemis mosquera

A shimmering jewel of the high Andes, the Golden-breasted Puffleg is instantly recognizable by its bronzed plumage an...

Birds

Golden-browed Chlorophonia

Chlorophonia callophrys

A dazzling gem of the Central American cloud forests, the Golden-browed Chlorophonia captivates with its neon green p...

Birds

Golden-capped Parakeet

Aratinga auricapillus

Endemic to the lush forests of Brazil, the Golden-capped Parakeet is a vibrant symbol of the Atlantic Forest. With it...

Birds