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Animal Species Profiles
The Creatures of Planet Earth
Planet Earth teems with life—and now you can meet some of its stars! Check out our profiles below of some of the most amazing animals on the planet—living in niches from the deep oceans to the highest mountains. And don't forget that the work of The Nature Conservancy and its partners impacts the habitats that many of these species need to survive.
Amphibians
Meet the semi-aquatic family that includes toads, frogs, newts...and a salamander that never grew up. Learn more
Birds
From the rare whooping crane to the burrowing owl, learn about the habits of our feathered friends. Learn more
Fish
Learn about some of the more than 25,000 species of fish that live in Planet Earth's rivers, lakes and oceans. Learn more
Insects
From the cicada to the Karner blue butterfly, learn about some of the more than 1 million insect species. Learn more
Mammals
Discover fun facts about the African elephant, the American pine marten, and everything in between. Learn more
Reptiles
Go deeper into the family that once ruled the planet as dinosaurs and still makes its presence felt worldwide. Learn more
Animals by Habitat
Grassland Animals
Learn more about the animals that make the most of the low cover and abundant plant life in grasslands and prairies.
Freshwater Animals
Learn more about the animals that depend on Earth's most precious resource: fresh water.
Marine Animals
From the coral reefs and their abundance of life, to the solitary creatures that lurk in the depths, the oceans are home to some of the planet's most unusual creatures.
Forest Animals
The forests and jungles of Planet Earth support some of the most complex communities of animal life.
Desert Animals
Learn more about the hardy and adaptable species that make their home in the desert.
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Migratory Birds
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