Species library

Silver Shiner

Notropis photogenis

Often called the 'trout of the minnow world,' the Silver Shiner is a shimmering, high-energy acrobat found in our cle...

Fish

Silver-spotted Skipper

Epargyreus clarus

Don't let the drab brown wings fool you—the Silver-spotted Skipper is a master of disguise with a brilliant metallic ...

Insects

Silver Streaked Acacia Blue

Zinaspa todara

A shimmering jewel of the forest edge, the Silver Streaked Acacia Blue is famous for the brilliant metallic streaks t...

Insects

Silver-studded Blue

Plebejus argus

A shimmering jewel of the heathland, the Silver-studded Blue is a tiny marvel with a secret. Beyond its iridescent wi...

Insects

Silver Teal

Spatula versicolor

With its striking black cap and sky-blue bill, the Silver Teal is a jewel of South American wetlands. This elegant, s...

Birds

Silver-throated Tanager

Tangara icterocephala

A flash of living sunshine in the mossy cloud forests, the Silver-throated Tanager is a social gem known for its bril...

Birds

Silver Trevally

Pseudocaranx georgianus

A shimmering icon of the Southern Hemisphere's coastal waters, the Silver Trevally is a master of speed and social co...

Fish

Silver Weakfish

Cynoscion nothus

The Silver Weakfish is the 'ghost of the estuary,' a shimmering, drum-beating predator that haunts coastal docks and ...

Fish

Silverband Shiner

Paranotropis shumardi

A shimmering jewel of the Mississippi, the Silverband Shiner is a master of the deep river current. With its brillian...

Fish

Silvered Leaf Monkey

Trachypithecus cristatus

Elegant and elusive, the Silvered Leaf Monkey is a master of the canopy with its distinctive 'frosted' fur and vibran...

Mammals

Silverjaw Minnow

Ericymba buccata

The Silverjaw Minnow is a shimmering treasure of the stream bed, easily recognized by the unique 'silver windows' on ...

Fish

Silverleaf Whitefly

Bemisia tabaci

The Silverleaf Whitefly is a tiny, waxy-winged traveler that has conquered gardens across the globe. Though barely th...

Insects

Silverstreak Blue

Iraota timoleon

A shimmering jewel of the canopy, the Silverstreak Blue combines high-speed aerial acrobatics with stunning metallic ...

Insects

Silvertip Shark

Carcharhinus albimarginatus

Commanding the deep reef with grace and authority, the Silvertip Shark is a masterpiece of evolution. Easily identifi...

Fish

Silvery-throated Jay

Cyanolyca argentigula

A shimmering specter of the Talamanca highlands, the Silvery-throated Jay is a masterpiece of indigo and silver. This...

Birds

Sitatunga

Tragelaphus spekii

Meet the 'ghost of the swamp,' a shy antelope that has evolved to walk on mud and disappear underwater. With its wate...

Mammals

Six-striped Rustic

Xestia sexstrigata

With its warm cinnamon tones and elegant geometric markings, the Six-striped Rustic is a classic visitor of the Europ...

Insects

Sixband Angelfish

Pomacanthus sexstriatus

A shy giant of the Indo-Pacific reefs, the Sixband Angelfish is a master of camouflage and grace. With its striking b...

Fish

Sixspine Leatherjacket

Meuschenia freycineti

With its sandpaper skin and vibrant orange spots, the Sixspine Leatherjacket is a charismatic icon of the Australian ...

Fish

Skipjack Shad

Alosa chrysochloris

Meet the 'Tennessee Tarpon,' an acrobatic powerhouse of the river. Known for leaping through the air and its brillian...

Fish

Skipjack Tuna

Katsuwonus pelamis

The ultimate sprinter of the seas, the Skipjack Tuna is a marvel of evolution and speed. With its iconic racing strip...

Fish

Slate-colored Seedeater

Sporophila schistacea

A nomadic gem of the Neotropical forests, the Slate-colored Seedeater is a master of timing, appearing wherever bambo...

Birds

Slate Flash

Rapala manea

A metallic marvel of the garden, the Slate Flash is a tiny powerhouse of speed and color. Look for its shimmering blu...

Insects

Slate-headed Tody-Flycatcher

Poecilotriccus sylvia

A tiny, energetic master of the undergrowth, the Slate-headed Tody-Flycatcher is a hidden gem of the tropical garden....

Birds

Slate-throated Redstart

Myioborus miniatus

With its charcoal-dark back and a breast like a glowing ember, the Slate-throated Redstart is a master of the 'flush-...

Birds

Slaty-backed Gull

Larus schistisagus

A majestic wanderer of the North Pacific, the Slaty-backed Gull is easily recognized by its dark charcoal back and st...

Birds

Slaty Egret

Egretta vinaceigula

Meet the shy jewel of the African floodplains. With its sophisticated slate-blue plumage and secret wine-colored thro...

Birds

Slaty Finch

Haplospiza rustica

A secretive nomad of the mountain forests, the Slaty Finch is a prize find for any backyard observer. Discover the su...

Birds

Slaty Flowerpiercer

Diglossa plumbea

A tiny, slate-colored specialist of the Central American highlands, the Slaty Flowerpiercer is famous for its 'thievi...

Birds

Slaty-tailed Trogon

Trogon massena

A vibrant dweller of the tropical canopy, the Slaty-tailed Trogon is a study in brilliant contrasts. With its emerald...

Birds

Slender-billed Gull

Chroicocephalus genei

With its long, elegant neck and a delicate rose-pink blush on its breast, the Slender-billed Gull is the 'ballerina' ...

Birds

Slender Blue Skimmer

Orthetrum luzonicum

The Slender Blue Skimmer is a master of the marsh, known for its delicate powdery-blue hue and its habit of returning...

Insects

Slender Skimmer

Orthetrum sabina

Meet the 'Green Marsh Hawk,' a strikingly striped predator that dominates the backyard skies. With its unique 'wasp-w...

Insects

Slimy Sculpin

Cottus cognatus

Meet the master of the stream bed, a fish that hops instead of swims. The Slimy Sculpin is a cryptic, cold-water spec...

Fish

Slippery Dick

Halichoeres bivittatus

The Slippery Dick is the reef's most energetic explorer, known for its bold personality and stunning color transforma...

Fish

Small-billed Elaenia

Elaenia parvirostris

A subtle gem of the South American woodlands, the Small-billed Elaenia is a master of aerial maneuvers. Watch for its...

Birds