Species library

Rose Aphid

Macrosiphum rosae

The Rose Aphid is a tiny, fascinating marvel of the garden, turning rosebuds into bustling miniature ecosystems. Disc...

Insects

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

With its striking ruby-red chest and a song that rivals the finest woodland flutes, the Rose-breasted Grosbeak is the...

Birds

Rose Flea Beetle

Altica rosae

The Rose Flea Beetle is a tiny, shimmering jewel of the garden, recognizable by its metallic blue-green sheen and rem...

Insects

Rose Leafhopper

Edwardsiana rosae

The Rose Leafhopper is a miniature marvel of the garden, a translucent acrobat that thrives in the secret shadows of ...

Insects

Rose-ringed Parakeet

Psittacula krameri

With its brilliant lime-green feathers and unmistakable tropical charm, the Rose-ringed Parakeet is a stunning additi...

Birds

Rose Sawfly

Arge ochropus

A vibrant splash of orange in the garden, the Rose Sawfly is a master of the rose bush. Though often noticed for thei...

Insects

Rose Slug Sawfly

Endelomyia aethiops

A master of disguise in the rose garden, the Rose Slug Sawfly larva looks like a shimmering drop of moss-green slime....

Insects

Roseate Skimmer

Orthemis ferruginea

A bold splash of neon pink in the garden, the Roseate Skimmer is one of the most stunning dragonflies you'll encounte...

Insects

Roseate Spoonbill

Platalea ajaja

Often mistaken for flamingos at a distance, the Roseate Spoonbill is one of North America's most spectacular coastal ...

Birds

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

The Roseate Tern is a rare and refined seabird, easily identified by its graceful silhouette and long, trailing tail ...

Birds

Rosefin Shiner

Lythrurus ardens

A hidden gem of Appalachian waterways, the Rosefin Shiner transforms from a subtle silver minnow into a blushing mast...

Fish

Rosemary Beetle

Chrysolina americana

Adorned in shimmering metallic stripes of emerald and amethyst, the Rosemary Beetle is a slow-moving jewel of the her...

Insects

Rosethorn Rockfish

Sebastes helvomaculatus

A gem of the deep Pacific, the Rosethorn Rockfish is famous for its striking pink hues and mysterious white markings....

Fish

Ross Seal

Ommatophoca rossii

The ghost of the Antarctic pack ice, the Ross Seal is a rare and beautiful sight. With its massive, soulful eyes and ...

Mammals

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

The Ross's Goose is a petite, elegant traveler of the North American flyways. Often mistaken for its larger cousin, t...

Birds

Rosy Rockfish

Sebastes rosaceus

A vibrant jewel of the Pacific deep, the Rosy Rockfish stands out with its striking pink scales and mottled purple ma...

Fish

Rosyface Shiner

Notropis rubellus

A shimmering inhabitant of North America's clearest streams, the Rosyface Shiner is best known for the stunning crims...

Fish

Rosyside Dace

Clinostomus funduloides

A hidden gem of Appalachian streams, the Rosyside Dace is a small fish with a big personality. Known for its vivid re...

Fish

Rough Earthsnake

Virginia striatula

The Rough Earthsnake is a tiny, unassuming neighbor that lives right beneath your feet. Perfectly harmless and an exc...

Reptiles

Rough Flutemouth

Fistularia petimba

The Rough Flutemouth is a marvel of marine evolution, featuring a body as thin as a reed and a snout designed for hig...

Fish

Rough Greensnake

Opheodrys aestivus

Often mistaken for a living vine, the Rough Greensnake is a gentle, emerald-colored climber that brings a touch of th...

Reptiles

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

A majestic visitor from the Arctic tundra, the Rough-legged Hawk is a master of the winter winds. Known for its uniqu...

Birds

Rough-scaled Sand Boa

Eryx conicus

The Rough-scaled Sand Boa is a subterranean specialist known for its unique armor-like scales and remarkable mimicry....

Reptiles

Rough Silverside

Membras martinica

Meet the shimmering ghost of the coastline. The Rough Silverside is a master of camouflage, using its translucent bod...

Fish

Round Fantail Stingray

Taeniurops grabatus

A circular giant of the sandy depths, the Round Fantail Stingray is one of the most striking rays found in coastal wa...

Fish

Round Goby

Neogobius melanostomus

A tenacious bottom-dweller with a unique suction-cup grip, the Round Goby is a small fish with a massive ecological i...

Fish

Round-tailed Ground Squirrel

Xerospermophilus tereticaudus

Meet the 'desert sentinel,' a charmingly slender squirrel that blends perfectly with the Southwest's sandy floor. Wat...

Mammals

Round Whitefish

Prosopium cylindraceum

A sleek, silver-scaled resident of the deep, the Round Whitefish is a master of the lake bottom. Recognizable by its ...

Fish

Roundneck Sexton Beetle

Nicrophorus orbicollis

A fascinating nocturnal recycler, the Roundneck Sexton Beetle is the forest's master undertaker. Known for its devote...

Insects

Royal Gramma

Gramma loreto

With its electric purple head and sun-yellow tail, the Royal Gramma is a stunning jewel of the Caribbean reefs. This ...

Fish

Royal Spoonbill

Platalea regia

With its iconic spoon-shaped bill and elegant white plumes, the Royal Spoonbill is a masterpiece of specialized evolu...

Birds

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

The Royal Tern is the crowning jewel of the coastline, instantly recognizable by its fiery orange bill and punk-rock ...

Birds

Rüppell's Griffon

Gyps rueppelli

The undisputed record-holder for the world's highest flight, the Rüppell's Griffon is a master of the African skies. ...

Birds

Rüppell's Warbler

Curruca ruppeli

A striking icon of the Mediterranean scrub, the Rüppell’s Warbler stands out with its sharp black hood and vivid red ...

Birds

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

A tiny ball of energy with a hidden splash of crimson, the Ruby-crowned Kinglet is a backyard favorite known for its ...

Birds

Ruby Meadowhawk

Sympetrum rubicundulum

A flash of brilliant crimson in the summer sun, the Ruby Meadowhawk is one of the most striking dragonflies found in ...

Insects