Species library

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

The Turkey Vulture is a master of the skies, using a keen sense of smell and massive wingspan to patrol the landscape...

Birds

Turner's Thick-toed Gecko

Chondrodactylus turneri

A robust and charismatic resident of southern African gardens, Turner's Thick-toed Gecko is a master of the night. Wi...

Reptiles

Turnip Sawfly

Athalia rosae

The Turnip Sawfly is a jewel-toned visitor to the summer garden, easily recognized by its glowing orange body and dar...

Insects

Turquoise-browed Motmot

Eumomota superciliosa

The 'Torogoz' of Central America is a living jewel, famous for its incredible racket-tipped tail and glowing turquois...

Birds

Turquoise-fronted Amazon

Amazona aestiva

With its stunning blue forehead and boisterous personality, the Turquoise-fronted Amazon is the vibrant soul of the S...

Birds

Twelve-spotted Skimmer

Libellula pulchella

A master of aerial maneuvers, the Twelve-spotted Skimmer is easily recognized by its ornate, spotted wings and bold t...

Insects

Twin-spot Skipper

Oligoria maculata

A small but striking resident of the Southeast, the Twin-spot Skipper is easily identified by the bright white dots t...

Insects

Twister

Tholymis tillarga

The ghost of the twilight garden, the Twister is a master of evening aerobatics. Known for its glowing white wing pat...

Insects

Twite

Linaria flavirostris

Meet the hardy 'mountain linnet,' a master of the windswept coast and rugged moorland. With its subtle streaked pluma...

Birds

Two-banded Seabream

Diplodus prayensis

The Two-banded Seabream is a shimmering, striped jewel found only in the crystal-clear waters of Cape Verde. Its bold...

Fish

Two-banded Warbler

Myiothlypis bivittata

With its striking golden belly and bold 'racing stripes' across its crown, the Two-banded Warbler is a vibrant gem of...

Birds

Two-lined Spittlebug

Prosapia bicincta

A striking master of disguise and jumping, the Two-lined Spittlebug brings a splash of racing-stripe color to Eastern...

Insects

Two-spotted Bumble Bee

Bombus bimaculatus

The Two-spotted Bumble Bee is the herald of spring, often the very first bee to visit your garden as the weather warm...

Insects

Two-spotted Lady Beetle

Adalia bipunctata

A pint-sized guardian of the garden, the Two-spotted Lady Beetle is a vibrant red ally in the fight against plant pes...

Insects

Twospotted Spider Mite

Tetranychus urticae

The Twospotted Spider Mite is a master weaver that builds an entire world on the underside of a single leaf. Nearly i...

Arachnids

Uinta Chipmunk

Neotamias umbrinus

A high-altitude acrobat of the American West, the Uinta chipmunk thrives in the rugged pine forests of the Rocky Moun...

Mammals

Uinta Ground Squirrel

Urocitellus armatus

The spirited 'sentinel' of the West, the Uinta ground squirrel is a master of the short summer, known for its upright...

Mammals

Umatilla Dace

Rhinichthys umatilla

A master of the Pacific Northwest's rushing currents, the Umatilla Dace is a hardy survivor of the Columbia River bas...

Fish

Unicolored Jay

Aphelocoma unicolor

A hidden gem of the high-altitude cloud forests, the Unicolored Jay is draped in a solid coat of breathtaking indigo....

Birds

Upland Chorus Frog

Pseudacris feriarum

The Upland Chorus Frog is the invisible herald of spring, filling the cool night air with its iconic comb-like call. ...

Amphibians

Vagrant Darter

Sympetrum vulgatum

A vibrant master of the late-summer garden, the Vagrant Darter is easily identified by its unique 'moustache' and its...

Insects

Vagrant Shrew

Sorex vagrans

The Vagrant Shrew is a tiny, high-velocity hunter that lives life in the fast lane, consuming its own body weight in ...

Mammals

Vancouver Bumble Bee

Bombus vancouverensis

The Vancouver Bumble Bee is a vibrant, mountain-dwelling pollinator known for its striking orange bands and sophistic...

Insects

Vancouver Island Marmot

Marmota vancouverensis

The Vancouver Island Marmot is one of the world's rarest mammals, a charismatic 'whistle-pig' found only on the mount...

Mammals

Variable Dancer

Argia fumipennis

A flash of neon purple in the reeds, the Variable Dancer is one of nature's most vibrant aerial acrobats. Found danci...

Insects

Variable Oriole

Icterus pyrrhopterus

A sleek, jet-black gymnast of the canopy, the Variable Oriole is a master of acrobatics and a frequent star of South ...

Birds

Variable Sallow

Sericaglaea signata

A master of autumn camouflage, the Variable Sallow is one of the few moths you'll spot braving the chilly winter nigh...

Insects

Variable Seedeater

Sporophila corvina

With its thick bill and surprisingly complex song, the Variable Seedeater is a charismatic staple of tropical gardens...

Birds

Variable Skink

Trachylepis varia

A shimmering, agile resident of African gardens, the Variable Skink is a master of the 'sun-and-scuttle' lifestyle. W...

Reptiles

Variable Triplefin

Forsterygion varium

The Variable Triplefin is the bold sentry of the New Zealand reef, a small fish with a big personality that can chang...

Fish

Varied Carpetshark

Parascyllium variolatum

Adorned with a striking 'necklace' of spots, the Varied Carpetshark is a shy, nocturnal beauty of Australia's souther...

Fish

Varied Thrush

Ixoreus naevius

A masterpiece of the misty woods, the Varied Thrush combines the familiar shape of a robin with a striking, high-cont...

Birds

Variegated Flycatcher

Empidonomus varius

A master of the aerial ambush, the Variegated Flycatcher is a striking, streaked visitor that brings a touch of South...

Birds

Variegated Fritillary

Euptoieta claudia

A restless nomad of the Americas, the Variegated Fritillary dazzles with its checkered orange wings and incredible sp...

Insects

Variegated Meadowhawk

Sympetrum corruptum

A master of migration and a champion mosquito hunter, the Variegated Meadowhawk brings a splash of intricate color to...

Insects

Variegated Squirrel

Sciurus variegatoides

The ultimate master of variation, this stunning tree squirrel brings a splash of color and high-energy antics to the ...

Mammals