Species library

Walleye

Sander vitreus

The golden ghost of the freshwater depths, the Walleye is a master of the night. With its glowing, light-sensitive ey...

Fish

Walter's Duiker

Philantomba walteri

Discovered by science only in 2010, Walter's Duiker is a master of disguise in the West African undergrowth. This tin...

Mammals

Wandering Glider

Pantala flavescens

Meet the world’s ultimate traveler: the Wandering Glider. This golden-winged dragonfly holds the record for the longe...

Insects

Wandering Tattler

Tringa incana

A hardy specialist of the rocky surf, the Wandering Tattler is a master of the Pacific's most rugged coastlines. With...

Birds

Wapiti

Cervus canadensis

Witness the 'ghosts of the forest' in your own backyard. From the haunting bugles of the autumn rut to their stately ...

Mammals

Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

The Warbling Vireo is the tireless soloist of the summer leaves, known for a rambling song that seems to never end. T...

Birds

Warpaint Shiner

Coccotis coccogenis

With a vibrant crimson stripe across its cheek and a shimmering iridescent body, the Warpaint Shiner is the hidden ge...

Fish

Warty Anglerfish

Antennarius maculatus

Meet the ocean's most patient fisherman, the Warty Anglerfish. With its spectacular camouflage and a built-in fishing...

Fish

Water Chevrotain

Hyemoschus aquaticus

A mysterious 'fanged' inhabitant of the African rainforest, the Water Chevrotain is a master of the night and a surpr...

Mammals

Water Deer

Hydropotes inermis

With their endearing rounded ears and unusual 'vampire' tusks, Water Deer are one of the most distinctive mammals you...

Mammals

Water Ermine

Spilosoma urticae

A ghostly beauty of the night, the Water Ermine captivates with its pristine, snowy-white wings. This elusive moth is...

Insects

Water Opossum

Chironectes minimus

Meet the world's only aquatic marsupial, a nocturnal master of the river with waterproof fur and webbed feet. Elusive...

Mammals

Water Pipit

Anthus spinoletta

A hardy traveler from the high mountain peaks, the Water Pipit is a master of the shoreline. Look for its elegant tai...

Birds

Water Thick-knee

Burhinus vermiculatus

With its large, luminous yellow eyes and haunting nocturnal whistle, the Water Thick-knee is the ultimate master of c...

Birds

Waterbuck

Kobus ellipsiprymnus

The Waterbuck is a robust and regal antelope known for its shaggy coat and its inseparable bond with African waterway...

Mammals

Wattled Crane

Grus carunculatus

The Wattled Crane is Africa's tallest and rarest crane, instantly recognizable by the unique fleshy 'wattles' hanging...

Birds

Wattled Curassow

Crax globulosa

The Wattled Curassow is a crown jewel of the Amazonian understory, known for its striking curly crest and elusive nat...

Birds

Wattled Guan

Aburria aburri

A majestic specialist of the Andean cloud forests, the Wattled Guan is instantly recognizable by its vibrant red-and-...

Birds

Wattled Lapwing

Vanellus senegallus

The Wattled Lapwing is the striking, yellow-masked guardian of the African landscape. Known for its bold personality ...

Birds

Wattled Starling

Creatophora cinerea

The Wattled Starling is Africa's nomadic 'locust bird,' famous for the male's bizarre and striking breeding ornaments...

Birds

Weakfish

Cynoscion regalis

A shimmering specter of the Atlantic estuaries, the Weakfish is prized for its iridescent purple hues and its unique ...

Fish

Weddell Seal

Leptonychotes weddellii

The ghost of the Antarctic ice, the Weddell Seal is a master of the deep, capable of diving over 600 meters while sin...

Mammals

Wedge-billed Woodcreeper

Glyphorynchus spirurus

A tiny, bark-climbing marvel of the tropical rainforest, the Wedge-billed Woodcreeper is easily identified by its uni...

Birds

Wedge-tailed Eagle

Aquila audax

Meet Australia’s largest bird of prey, a magnificent raptor with a massive wingspan and an iconic wedge-shaped tail. ...

Birds

Wedge-tailed Shearwater

Ardenna pacifica

Often called the 'moaning bird' for its ghostly nocturnal wails, this incredible voyager travels thousands of miles a...

Birds

Weed Shiner

Alburnops texanus

A shimmering highlight of Southern waterways, the Weed Shiner is a master of the underwater thicket. This small, soci...

Fish

Weedy Scorpionfish

Scorpaenopsis cirrosa

A phantom of the reef, the Weedy Scorpionfish uses a suit of fleshy 'weeds' and mottled colors to vanish against the ...

Fish

Welsh Chafer

Hoplia philanthus

A glittering jewel of the summer garden, the Welsh Chafer dazzles with its iridescent scales and sun-loving personali...

Insects

West African Mud Turtle

Pelusios castaneus

A master of the African marshes, the West African Mud Turtle is famous for its unique side-folding neck and its abili...

Reptiles

West African slender-snouted crocodile

Mecistops cataphractus

The West African slender-snouted crocodile is a master of camouflage and a symbol of the pristine rainforest waterway...

Reptiles

West Coast Lady

Vanessa annabella

A vibrant orange jewel of the American West, the West Coast Lady is a territorial sun-lover that brings life to backy...

Insects

West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

The West Indian Manatee is a gentle aquatic giant, often called the 'sea cow' for its peaceful grazing habits. Found ...

Mammals

West Indian Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna arborea

A rare and elegant Caribbean resident, the West Indian Whistling-Duck is famous for its haunting nightly calls and it...

Birds

West Peruvian Dove

Zenaida meloda

With its soulful melodic song and striking blue 'eyeliner,' the West Peruvian Dove is a charming staple of coastal So...

Birds

Western Atlantic Trumpetfish

Aulostomus maculatus

A master of disguise and the 'vertical ambush,' the Western Atlantic Trumpetfish is the reef's most slender and steal...

Fish

Western Banded Snake-Eagle

Circaetus cinerascens

The silent guardian of Africa's waterways, the Western Banded Snake-Eagle is a master of camouflage and precision. Kn...

Birds