Species library

Mohave Ground Squirrel

Xerospermophilus mohavensis

A rare gem of the California desert, the Mohave ground squirrel is a master of timing, emerging for only a few months...

Mammals

Mole Kingsnake

Lampropeltis rhombomaculata

A hidden gem of the Southeast, the Mole Kingsnake is a glossy, subterranean hunter that keeps local rodent population...

Reptiles

Mole Snake

Pseudaspis cana

The Mole Snake is Southern Africa's premier underground hunter, a non-venomous powerhouse that keeps rodent populatio...

Reptiles

Moltoni's Warbler

Curruca subalpina

A hidden gem of the Mediterranean thickets, Moltoni's Warbler is a master of stealth and song. With its delicate salm...

Birds

Mona Monkey

Cercopithecus mona

With its striking blue-grey face and acrobatic spirit, the Mona Monkey is a jewel of the West African canopy. Equally...

Mammals

Monarch

Danaus plexippus

The Monarch is the crown jewel of the backyard garden, famous for its vibrant orange wings and its legendary multi-ge...

Insects

Mongolian Gazelle

Procapra gutturosa

A master of the open plains, the Mongolian Gazelle is a high-speed nomad that traverses the vast Central Asian steppe...

Mammals

Monk Parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

The only parrot that builds its own 'apartment complex' out of sticks, the Monk Parakeet is a social, bright-green ma...

Birds

Monkey Goby

Neogobius fluviatilis

A master of the riverbed, the monkey goby is a hardy traveler that has hopped its way across Europe. With its distinc...

Fish

Monocellate Cobra

Naja kaouthia

The Monocellate Cobra is an iconic symbol of Asian wildlife, famous for the single 'eye' on its hood and its incredib...

Reptiles

Montagu's Harrier

Circus pygargus

The Montagu's Harrier is an elegant, long-winged specialist of the open plains, famous for its 'sky-dancing' displays...

Birds

Montane Brown Frog

Rana ornativentris

A resilient inhabitant of Japan's highland forests, the Montane Brown Frog is famous for its early spring appearances...

Amphibians

Montane Foliage-gleaner

Anabacerthia striaticollis

A master of the Andean cloud forest, the Montane Foliage-gleaner is an acrobatic insect-hunter that brings life to th...

Birds

Montane Vole

Microtus montanus

The Montane Vole is the tiny, tireless tunnel-maker of the West, thriving in rugged mountain meadows and surviving ha...

Mammals

Montezuma Oropendola

Psarocolius montezuma

The architect of the tropical canopy, the Montezuma Oropendola is famous for its massive hanging nests and a call tha...

Birds

Montezuma Quail

Cyrtonyx montezumae

Meet the 'Harlequin of the Woods,' a master of camouflage with one of the most striking facial patterns in the bird w...

Birds

Moor Frog

Rana arvalis

Meet the Moor Frog, a master of transformation that survives the frozen winter only to turn a brilliant sky-blue come...

Amphibians

Moorish Gecko

Tarentola mauritanica

Meet the 'Common Wall Gecko,' a spiny-skinned night hunter that has lived alongside humans for centuries. Famous for ...

Reptiles

Moose

Alces alces

Meet the undisputed titan of the northern woods. With its massive palmate antlers and iconic silhouette, the moose is...

Mammals

Morelet's Crocodile

Crocodylus moreletii

Meet the 'Mexican Crocodile,' a broad-snouted master of the Central American wetlands. Known for its shy nature and d...

Reptiles

Morelet's Seedeater

Sporophila morelleti

A dapper little bird with a tuxedo-like appearance, Morelet's Seedeater is a cheerful resident of grassy meadows and ...

Birds

Morning-glory Plume Moth

Emmelina monodactyla

A master of disguise that looks more like a floating twig than a moth, the Morning-glory Plume Moth is a fascinating ...

Insects

Morrison's Bumble Bee

Bombus morrisoni

The Morrison's Bumble Bee is the golden icon of the American West. With its fuzzy yellow coat and industrious spirit,...

Insects

Mosaic Leatherjacket

Eubalichthys mosaicus

Adorned with a mesmerizing tapestry of blue and gold, the Mosaic Leatherjacket is a masterpiece of the Australian ree...

Fish

Mottle-backed Elaenia

Elaenia gigas

A spirited resident of the Andean foothills, the Mottle-backed Elaenia is a master of the forest edge. With its disti...

Birds

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

The Mottled Duck is the 'homebody' of the southern marshes, a non-migratory beauty that stays loyal to the Gulf Coast...

Birds

Mottled Grasshopper

Myrmeleotettix maculatus

A miniature marvel of camouflage, the Mottled Grasshopper is the hidden gem of dry, sunny gardens. Look closely for i...

Insects

Mottled Petrel

Pterodroma inexpectata

A master of the Pacific skies, the Mottled Petrel travels from the Antarctic ice edge to the Alaskan coast, returning...

Birds

Mottled Sculpin

Cottus bairdii

A master of underwater camouflage, the Mottled Sculpin is a secret sentinel of North America's coldwater streams. Thi...

Fish

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

The Mountain Bluebird is a vibrant splash of sky fallen to earth. This hardy mountain traveler is beloved for its bri...

Birds

Mountain Chickadee

Poecile gambeli

The Mountain Chickadee is the high-altitude acrobat of the West, easily identified by the striking white 'racing stri...

Birds

Mountain Cornflower Aphid

Uroleucon montanivorum

A high-altitude specialist of the Rocky Mountains, the Mountain Cornflower Aphid is a master of survival in rugged me...

Insects

Mountain Cottontail

Sylvilagus nuttallii

A hardy survivor of the western high country, the Mountain Cottontail is easily recognized by its rusty-colored legs ...

Mammals

Mountain Gazelle

Gazella gazella

An icon of the Levantine landscape, the Mountain Gazelle is a master of speed and agility, thriving across rugged hil...

Mammals

Mountain Goat

Oreamnos americanus

Meet the ultimate high-altitude specialist. With gravity-defying hooves and a thick, snow-white coat, the Mountain Go...

Mammals

Mountain Hare

Lepus timidus

The ultimate survivor of the high peaks, the Mountain Hare is a shapeshifter that swaps its earthy summer browns for ...

Mammals