Glossidae 🔎

Glossidae is a family of birds that includes the common finch, starling, and other small songbirds. These birds are characterized by their distinctive bills, beaks, and plumage, which often include bright colors like blue or white. They are found in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

Labracoglossidae 🔎

The term "Labracoglossidae" refers to a group of extinct or extinct-like creatures that lived during the Cretaceous period, approximately 68-67 million years ago. These animals are known for their unique dental structures and were associated with a variety of behaviors, including hunting and scavenging, as well as feeding on plant material.

Plecoglossidae 🔎

The term "Plecoglossidae" refers to a group of extinct marine reptiles that lived during the Cretaceous period, around approximately 68-64 million years ago. These animals were characterized by their distinctive teeth and jaws, which they used for tearing and grinding food into smaller pieces. The Cretaceous Plecoglossidae was associated with various species such as the "Plecopteryx," which lived during this era, and the "L

Sturt 🔎

The term "Sturt" is a scientific name for the North American prairie dog, commonly known as the house dog or domesticated dog. It belongs to the family Cynoglossidae and shares characteristics with other members of this genus, including their distinctive fur patterns and ability to adapt to various environments.

Nannoglottis 🔎

Nannoglottis is a genus of crustaceans in the family Nannoglossidae, commonly known as "nannolos." These soft-bodied animals are primarily found in freshwater environments, often associated with the growth of algae. Some species are also known to live on rocks and provide shelter for various insects and other organisms.

Haemogregarinidae 🔎

Haemogregarinidae are a group of small, eusocial insects that belong to the family Hemiglossidae, commonly known as carpenter ants or woodlice. These insects have a complex social structure with females and males, and they engage in foraging activities, such as collecting nectar from flowers, feeding on various plant materials, and excavating burrows for shelter.

Sarkidornis 🔎

Sarkidornis is a type of bird in the family Pycnoglossidae, commonly known as the grasshopper parrots or ground-parrots. These birds are small and slender, with short legs and feet that are adapted for digging burrows to nest in the soil. They have bright yellow or orange feathers on their backs, wings, and heads, which serve as camouflage while they hunt insects and other small animals for food.

Tachyglossidae 🔎

Tachyglossidae is a family of small, aquatic insects that includes the common tachyglossids.

Discoglossidae 🔎

The term "Discoglossidae" is defined as a group of animals that primarily use vocalizations for communication, such as songs and chirps, in order to communicate with each other or with their environment. This includes both vertebrates (birds, mammals, reptiles) and invertebrates (insects).

Godyridina 🔎

Godyridina is a genus in the family Cynoglossidae, which are known for their unique gory and sharp teeth.

Araiostegiella 🔎

Araiostegiella is a type of freshwater fish that belongs to the order Saccoglossidae, commonly known as carpids. They are characterized by their elongated body, which can reach up to 18 inches long and have a distinctive greenish-blue coloration with white stripes on their underside. Araiostegiella are native to Asia and are found in freshwater lakes, rivers, and streams.

Acanthoglossus 🔎

The term "Acanthoglossus" is a genus in the family Canthoglossidae, which includes a wide variety of small to medium-sized gastropod mollusks found in various habitats around the world.

Bryconops 🔎

Bryconops is a genus of birds in the family Pycnoglossidae, which includes the red-throated parrot and the blue-breasted parakeet. The species are primarily found in South America but can also be found in other parts of the world. They have a long, slender neck and wings that are similar to those of many other birds.

Diploglossidae 🔎

Diploglossidae are a group of small, mesodermal animals that include some species known for their unique digestive systems and ability to produce slime molds. These organisms are characterized by their small size (less than 10 micrometers in diameter) and the presence of a single cell wall composed primarily of cellulose.

Nagaxytes 🔎

Nagaxytes, a genus in the family Cynoglossidae, is characterized by its distinctive and elongated, flat-shaped body with multiple segments that are adapted for feeding on small prey such as insects or other small animals.

Cynoglossidae 🔎

Cynoglossidae is a family of extinct mammals known for their distinctive, cleft-like teeth and long tongues. These animals lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 105 to 98 million years ago. They were primarily herbivores, with some species being omnivorous, but the exact details are not well understood due to their lack of dental adaptations.

Benthofascis 🔎

Benthofascis is a type of fish that belongs to the family Saccoglossidae, which includes many species native to freshwater environments. They are known for their unique adaptations such as benthic habitats and high metabolic rates due to their low tissue pH levels. Benthofascis are also known for their ability to survive in saltwater environments by changing coloration or using specialized structures like the siphon, which helps them maintain a constant water level despite changes in sal

Paragryllus 🔎

Paragryllus is a genus of small, arboreal lizards from the family Lachnoglossidae, which includes the common paragryllid lizard (Paragryllus cataracta). These species are known for their unique and distinctive patterns on their bodies.

Squalus 🔎

Squalus is a type of fish in the order Phascoglossidae, commonly known as carp or carp. It is distinguished by having a long, slender body with no scales on its back and a pair of large, pointed siphons located at the end of its tail. Squalus are aquatic animals that primarily feed on planktonic organisms and small crustaceans. They play an essential role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems as primary consumers.

Ogmograptis 🔎

Ogmograptis is a genus of spiders from the family Ogmoglossidae, known for their distinctive black and white stripes and thick, spiky legs, often found in dense or arid environments.

Ophioglossidae 🔎

The term "Ophioglossidae" refers to a group of extinct reptilian and bird-like creatures that lived during the Cretaceous period, around 68-65 million years ago. They were characterized by their elongated head and long necks, which allowed them to reach high places for hunting and feeding.

Ophioplocus 🔎

Ophioplocus is a genus of small fish that belong to the family Bathyglossidae, commonly known as the sea trout. They are characterized by their large size and distinctive appearance, making them fascinating for both recreational fishing enthusiasts and ornamental fish enthusiasts alike.

Arphthicarus 🔎

Arphicarsus is a genus in the family Cynoglossidae, which contains several species of small, insect-eating arthropods commonly found on plants and trees. The specific characteristics that distinguish them include their small size, a well-defined thorax with six segments, and their ability to feed on various plant materials.

Cneoglossidae 🔎

The term "Cneoglossidae" refers to a family of extinct marine reptiles that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 68-74 million years ago. These reptiles were characterized by their large, elongated bodies and had long, pointed tongues. They are known for their unique, toothed teeth, which they used for eating prehistoric plants and animals.

Osteoglossidae 🔎

Osteoglossidae is a family of birds that includes various species known for their distinctive feature, which is the presence of osteogytes, or bone spurs on their wings. These species are primarily found in South America and have been observed to exhibit high levels of osteomyelitis (osteogenesis imperfecta), an autoimmune disorder characterized by bone destruction. Osteoglossidae also includes several other related families such as the Alcedinidae, which include birds with long

Ecosystem Biomes

Ecosystems can be broadly categorized into various types based on their characteristics and the organisms they support. Here are some common types of ecosystems:

Terrestrial Biomes

Tundra Taiga Montane Grasslands and Shrublands Alpine Tundra Coniferous Forests Broadleaf and Mixed Forests Deciduous Forests Grasslands Savannas Shrublands Tropical Forest Rainforest Seasonal Forest Tropical Coniferous Forests Moist Broadleaf Forests Dry Broadleaf Forests Tropical Grasslands, Savannas, and Shrublands Mediterranean Forests, Woodlands, and Scrub Deserts and Xeric Shrublands Steppe Flooded Grasslands and Savannas Riparian Wetland Mangrove

Aquatic Biomes

Pond Littoral Intertidal Mangroves Kelp Forests Coral Reefs Neritic Zone Pelagic Zone Benthic Zone Hydrothermal Vents Cold Seeps Demersal Zone

Other Biomes

Endolithic Zone

Biogeographic Realms

Afrotropical Antarctic Australasian Holarctic Nearctic Palearctic Indomalayan Neotropical Oceanian Antarctic / Southern Ocean Arctic Central Indo-Pacific Eastern Indo-Pacific Temperate Australasia Temperate Northern Atlantic Temperate Northern Pacific Temperate South America Temperate Southern Africa Tropical Atlantic Tropical Eastern Pacific Western Indo-Pacific ocean river lake pond stream swamp marsh

Search Results
Abditibacteriota
Acidobacteriota, phenotypically diverse and mostly uncultured
Actinomycetota, High-G+C Gram positive species
Aquificota, deep-branching
Armatimonadota
Atribacterota
Bacillota, Low-G+C Gram positive species, such as the spore-formers Bacilli (aerobic) and Clostridia (anaerobic)
Bacteroidota
Balneolota
Bdellovibrionota
Caldisericota, formerly candidate division OP5, Caldisericum exile is the sole representative
Calditrichota
Campylobacterota
Chlamydiota
Chlorobiota, green sulphur bacteria
Chloroflexota, green non-sulphur bacteria
Chrysiogenota, only 3 genera (Chrysiogenes arsenatis, Desulfurispira natronophila, Desulfurispirillum alkaliphilum)
Coprothermobacterota
Deferribacterota
Deinococcota, Deinococcus radiodurans and Thermus aquaticus are "commonly known" species of this phyla
Dictyoglomota
Elusimicrobiota, formerly candidate division Thermite Group 1
Fibrobacterota
Fusobacteriota
Gemmatimonadota
Ignavibacteriota
Kiritimatiellota
Lentisphaerota, formerly clade VadinBE97
Mycoplasmatota, notable genus: Mycoplasma
Myxococcota
Nitrospinota
Nitrospirota
Planctomycetota
Pseudomonadota, the most well-known phylum, containing species such as Escherichia coli or Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Rhodothermota
Spirochaetota, species include Borrelia burgdorferi, which causes Lyme disease
Synergistota
Thermodesulfobacteriota
Thermomicrobiota
Thermotogota, deep-branching
Verrucomicrobiota

Ecosystem Species

Various species inhabit these ecosystems, each playing a unique role in maintaining the ecological balance.

Animals

Porifera (Sponges) Cnidaria (Jellyfish, Corals) Platyhelminthes (Flatworms) Nematoda (Roundworms) Annelida (Segmented Worms) Mollusca (Snails, Squids) Arthropoda (Insects, Crustaceans) Echinodermata (Sea Stars, Urchins) Jawless Fish (Agnatha) Cartilaginous Fish (Chondrichthyes) Bony Fish (Osteichthyes) Amphibians Reptiles Birds Mammals

Plants

Bryophyta (Mosses) Marchantiophyta (Liverworts) Anthocerotophyta (Hornworts) Lycophyta (Club Mosses) Pteridophyta (Ferns) Coniferophyta (Conifers) Cycadophyta (Cycads) Ginkgophyta (Ginkgo) Gnetophyta (Gnetum, Ephedra) Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Fungi

Chytridiomycota (Chytrids) Zygomycota (Bread Molds) Glomeromycota (Mycorrhizal Fungi) Ascomycota (Sac Fungi) Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Protists

Amoebozoa (Amoebas, Slime Molds) Excavata (Euglena, Giardia) Chromalveolata (Diatoms, Dinoflagellates) Rhizaria (Radiolarians, Forams) Archaeplastida (Red & Green Algae)

Bacteria

Proteobacteria Firmicutes Actinobacteria Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae) Bacteroidetes Spirochaetes Chlamydiae Planctomycetes

Archaea

Euryarchaeota (Methanogens, Halophiles) Crenarchaeota (Thermophiles) Nanoarchaeota Korarchaeota fish bird insect mammal reptile amphibian mollusk fungi

Glossidae 🔎

Glossidae is a family of birds that includes the common finch, starling, and other small songbirds. These birds are characterized by their distinctive bills, beaks, and plumage, which often include bright colors like blue or white. They are found in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

Labracoglossidae 🔎

The term "Labracoglossidae" refers to a group of extinct or extinct-like creatures that lived during the Cretaceous period, approximately 68-67 million years ago. These animals are known for their unique dental structures and were associated with a variety of behaviors, including hunting and scavenging, as well as feeding on plant material.

Plecoglossidae 🔎

The term "Plecoglossidae" refers to a group of extinct marine reptiles that lived during the Cretaceous period, around approximately 68-64 million years ago. These animals were characterized by their distinctive teeth and jaws, which they used for tearing and grinding food into smaller pieces. The Cretaceous Plecoglossidae was associated with various species such as the "Plecopteryx," which lived during this era, and the "L

Sturt 🔎

The term "Sturt" is a scientific name for the North American prairie dog, commonly known as the house dog or domesticated dog. It belongs to the family Cynoglossidae and shares characteristics with other members of this genus, including their distinctive fur patterns and ability to adapt to various environments.

Nannoglottis 🔎

Nannoglottis is a genus of crustaceans in the family Nannoglossidae, commonly known as "nannolos." These soft-bodied animals are primarily found in freshwater environments, often associated with the growth of algae. Some species are also known to live on rocks and provide shelter for various insects and other organisms.

Haemogregarinidae 🔎

Haemogregarinidae are a group of small, eusocial insects that belong to the family Hemiglossidae, commonly known as carpenter ants or woodlice. These insects have a complex social structure with females and males, and they engage in foraging activities, such as collecting nectar from flowers, feeding on various plant materials, and excavating burrows for shelter.

Sarkidornis 🔎

Sarkidornis is a type of bird in the family Pycnoglossidae, commonly known as the grasshopper parrots or ground-parrots. These birds are small and slender, with short legs and feet that are adapted for digging burrows to nest in the soil. They have bright yellow or orange feathers on their backs, wings, and heads, which serve as camouflage while they hunt insects and other small animals for food.

Tachyglossidae 🔎

Tachyglossidae is a family of small, aquatic insects that includes the common tachyglossids.

Discoglossidae 🔎

The term "Discoglossidae" is defined as a group of animals that primarily use vocalizations for communication, such as songs and chirps, in order to communicate with each other or with their environment. This includes both vertebrates (birds, mammals, reptiles) and invertebrates (insects).

Godyridina 🔎

Godyridina is a genus in the family Cynoglossidae, which are known for their unique gory and sharp teeth.

Araiostegiella 🔎

Araiostegiella is a type of freshwater fish that belongs to the order Saccoglossidae, commonly known as carpids. They are characterized by their elongated body, which can reach up to 18 inches long and have a distinctive greenish-blue coloration with white stripes on their underside. Araiostegiella are native to Asia and are found in freshwater lakes, rivers, and streams.

Acanthoglossus 🔎

The term "Acanthoglossus" is a genus in the family Canthoglossidae, which includes a wide variety of small to medium-sized gastropod mollusks found in various habitats around the world.

Bryconops 🔎

Bryconops is a genus of birds in the family Pycnoglossidae, which includes the red-throated parrot and the blue-breasted parakeet. The species are primarily found in South America but can also be found in other parts of the world. They have a long, slender neck and wings that are similar to those of many other birds.

Diploglossidae 🔎

Diploglossidae are a group of small, mesodermal animals that include some species known for their unique digestive systems and ability to produce slime molds. These organisms are characterized by their small size (less than 10 micrometers in diameter) and the presence of a single cell wall composed primarily of cellulose.

Nagaxytes 🔎

Nagaxytes, a genus in the family Cynoglossidae, is characterized by its distinctive and elongated, flat-shaped body with multiple segments that are adapted for feeding on small prey such as insects or other small animals.

Cynoglossidae 🔎

Cynoglossidae is a family of extinct mammals known for their distinctive, cleft-like teeth and long tongues. These animals lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 105 to 98 million years ago. They were primarily herbivores, with some species being omnivorous, but the exact details are not well understood due to their lack of dental adaptations.

Benthofascis 🔎

Benthofascis is a type of fish that belongs to the family Saccoglossidae, which includes many species native to freshwater environments. They are known for their unique adaptations such as benthic habitats and high metabolic rates due to their low tissue pH levels. Benthofascis are also known for their ability to survive in saltwater environments by changing coloration or using specialized structures like the siphon, which helps them maintain a constant water level despite changes in sal

Paragryllus 🔎

Paragryllus is a genus of small, arboreal lizards from the family Lachnoglossidae, which includes the common paragryllid lizard (Paragryllus cataracta). These species are known for their unique and distinctive patterns on their bodies.

Squalus 🔎

Squalus is a type of fish in the order Phascoglossidae, commonly known as carp or carp. It is distinguished by having a long, slender body with no scales on its back and a pair of large, pointed siphons located at the end of its tail. Squalus are aquatic animals that primarily feed on planktonic organisms and small crustaceans. They play an essential role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems as primary consumers.

Ogmograptis 🔎

Ogmograptis is a genus of spiders from the family Ogmoglossidae, known for their distinctive black and white stripes and thick, spiky legs, often found in dense or arid environments.

Ophioglossidae 🔎

The term "Ophioglossidae" refers to a group of extinct reptilian and bird-like creatures that lived during the Cretaceous period, around 68-65 million years ago. They were characterized by their elongated head and long necks, which allowed them to reach high places for hunting and feeding.

Ophioplocus 🔎

Ophioplocus is a genus of small fish that belong to the family Bathyglossidae, commonly known as the sea trout. They are characterized by their large size and distinctive appearance, making them fascinating for both recreational fishing enthusiasts and ornamental fish enthusiasts alike.

Arphthicarus 🔎

Arphicarsus is a genus in the family Cynoglossidae, which contains several species of small, insect-eating arthropods commonly found on plants and trees. The specific characteristics that distinguish them include their small size, a well-defined thorax with six segments, and their ability to feed on various plant materials.

Cneoglossidae 🔎

The term "Cneoglossidae" refers to a family of extinct marine reptiles that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 68-74 million years ago. These reptiles were characterized by their large, elongated bodies and had long, pointed tongues. They are known for their unique, toothed teeth, which they used for eating prehistoric plants and animals.

Osteoglossidae 🔎

Osteoglossidae is a family of birds that includes various species known for their distinctive feature, which is the presence of osteogytes, or bone spurs on their wings. These species are primarily found in South America and have been observed to exhibit high levels of osteomyelitis (osteogenesis imperfecta), an autoimmune disorder characterized by bone destruction. Osteoglossidae also includes several other related families such as the Alcedinidae, which include birds with long

Deciduous Forest 🔎