Species library
Field marks, habits, and camera tips for the wildlife that visits backyard habitats.
Red-faced Parrot
Hapalopsittaca pyrrhops
A vibrant flash of crimson in the misty Andean heights, the Red-faced Parrot is one of the world's most elusive high-...
Birds
Red-flanked Duiker
Cephalophorus rufilatus
A vibrant burst of orange in the forest understory, the Red-flanked Duiker is a master of the 'hide and seek' game. W...
Mammals
Red-footed Booby
Sula sula
Meet the most acrobatic member of the booby family, famous for its striking scarlet feet and impressive aerial displa...
Birds
Red-footed Falcon
Falco vespertinus
A social and striking raptor, the Red-footed Falcon is famous for its elegant slate-grey plumage and vibrant orange '...
Birds
Red Forest Duiker
Cephalophorus natalensis
A vibrant splash of crimson in the forest shadows, the Red Forest Duiker is a master of the thicket. Known for its sh...
Mammals
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
Master of the suburban shadows, the Red Fox is a brilliant display of adaptability and grace. With its iconic fiery c...
Mammals
Red-fronted Gazelle
Eudorcas rufifrons
A resilient icon of the African Sahel, the Red-fronted Gazelle is a master of camouflage in the arid scrublands. With...
Mammals
Red Grouper
Epinephelus morio
Meet the architect of the Atlantic reefs. The Red Grouper is a hardworking engineer that carves out homes in the lime...
Fish
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Often called the 'flying checkerboard,' the Red-headed Woodpecker is a bold and charismatic showstopper. With its com...
Birds
Red Kite
Milvus milvus
With its iconic forked tail and effortless soaring flight, the Red Kite is one of the most elegant birds of prey you ...
Birds
Red-kneed Dotterel
Erythrogonys cinctus
Meet the dapper nomad of the Australian wetlands. With its striking black breastplate and namesake red joints, the Re...
Birds
Red-legged Cormorant
Poikilocarbo gaimardi
Meet the rebel of the cormorant family: a solitary cliff-dweller with striking turquoise eyes and neon-red feet. The ...
Birds
Red-legged Honeycreeper
Cyanerpes cyaneus
A living jewel of the tropical canopy, the Red-legged Honeycreeper dazzles with its electric blue plumage and iconic ...
Birds
Red-legged Marsh Beetle
Scirtes tibialis
A tiny master of the leap, the Red-legged Marsh Beetle brings a splash of color and incredible agility to the edges o...
Insects
Red-legged Sun Squirrel
Heliosciurus rufobrachium
A vibrant acrobat of the African canopy, the Red-legged Sun Squirrel is easily identified by its rusty-colored limbs ...
Mammals
Red-lipped Snake
Crotaphopeltis hotamboeia
The Red-lipped Snake is Africa's most famous garden 'herald,' known for its striking colorful lips and its feisty, co...
Reptiles
Red-lored Amazon
Amazona autumnalis
A vibrant jewel of the tropical canopy, the Red-lored Amazon is as famous for its brilliant red 'mask' as it is for i...
Birds
Red-masked Parakeet
Psittacara erythrogenys
Often called the 'Cherry-headed Conure,' the Red-masked Parakeet is a splash of tropical brilliance. Whether in their...
Birds
Red Morwong
Morwong fuscus
The Red Morwong is a colorful icon of the southern Pacific reefs, easily recognized by its vibrant orange hue and its...
Fish
Red-naped Ibis
Pseudibis papillosa
A striking sentinel of the Indian plains, the Red-naped Ibis is a master of adaptation, blending ancient elegance wit...
Birds
Red-naped Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus nuchalis
A master of the western woods, the Red-naped Sapsucker is a colorful architect that carves elaborate sap wells to sus...
Birds
Red-necked Avocet
Recurvirostra novaehollandiae
Meet the 'Painted Lady' of the Australian wetlands, an elegant wader defined by its upturned bill and vibrant crimson...
Birds
Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegena
A master of the northern wetlands, the Red-necked Grebe is famous for its fiery plumage and elaborate water dances. T...
Birds
Red-necked Keelback
Rhabdophis subminiatus
A dazzling resident of Asian wetlands, the Red-necked Keelback is a rare biological marvel—both venomous and poisonou...
Reptiles
Red-necked Phalarope
Phalaropus lobatus
A tiny, needle-billed wanderer that spins like a top on the water, the Red-necked Phalarope is a marvel of the Arctic...
Birds
Red-necked Stint
Calidris ruficollis
A tiny traveler with a massive heart, the Red-necked Stint journeys thousands of miles from the Siberian tundra to so...
Birds
Red Phalarope
Phalaropus fulicarius
A champion of the high seas and the Arctic tundra, the Red Phalarope breaks all the rules. Known for its striking red...
Birds
Red Porgy
Pagrus pagrus
With its shimmering rose-colored scales and inquisitive personality, the Red Porgy is a jewel of the Atlantic reefs. ...
Fish
Red River Hog
Potamochoerus porcus
The most colorful of all wild pigs, the Red River Hog is a master of the African rainforest. With its striking orange...
Mammals
Red-rumped Agouti
Dasyprocta leporina
Meet the 'Forest Gardener' of the tropics, a high-speed seed disperser known for its shimmering golden rump and incre...
Mammals
Red-rumped Cacique
Cacicus haemorrhous
A master of mimicry with a flash of fire on its back, the Red-rumped Cacique brings a touch of tropical drama to any ...
Birds
Red Scorpionfish
Scorpaena scrofa
Meet the master of underwater disguise. The Red Scorpionfish is a 'living rock' that uses stunning camouflage and ven...
Fish
Red Seabream
Pagrus major
Known as the 'King of Fish,' the Red Seabream is a shimmering ruby of the Western Pacific. With its iridescent blue s...
Fish
Red-shouldered Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Vibrant and vocal, the Red-shouldered Hawk is the stunning 'woodland whistler' of the raptors. Recognizable by their ...
Birds
Red-shouldered Macaw
Diopsittaca nobilis
Meet the world's smallest macaw: a pint-sized powerhouse of green feathers and fiery red accents. The Red-shouldered ...
Birds
Red Spitting Cobra
Naja pallida
A masterpiece of the African drylands, the Red Spitting Cobra is as beautiful as it is dangerous. With its striking s...
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