Anaconda
Anacondas (Eunectes murinus) are the largest snakes in the Western Hemisphere. Adults measure an average of 20 feet (6 m), with recorded lengths of 33 feet (10 m). A 15-foot (4.5 m) long Anaconda may have a girth up to 42 inches (1.1 m). The head is small when compared to the size of its body. The eyes and nose are positioned on the top of the head, which is an adaptation to the aquatic environment. The Anaconda's weight is usually supported by water, enabling it to grow larger than arboreal snakes. Anacondas feed on a variety of animals, including fish, amphibians, mammals and other reptiles. Using constriction to kill their victims, Anacondas are able to swallow their prey whole by opening their mouths with jaws attached by elastic ligaments.

Golden lion tamarin
The brightly colored Golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia) is covered with orange-gold, silky hair. Living high in the canopy, tamarins make their nests in tree hollows. Excellent climbers, tamarins have strong legs and sharp claws. The Golden lion tamarin's head and body are about 1 foot (30 cm) long and the non-prehensile tail is slightly shorter. It weighs about 1½ pounds (.7 g ). Social and gregarious, tamarins live in family groups usually consisting of one adult pair and offspring of the previous 2-3 years. They usually give birth to twins, with the father and other family members carrying the babies and helping forage for food. Golden lion tamarins are omnivorous, feeding on fruits, vegetation, insects and small reptiles. Golden Lion tamarins, once considered the most endangered primate in the world, are now part of the most successful reintroduction program.

Burrowing owl
The Burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) makes its home underground, allowing it to live in open, treeless areas. It is one of the smallest owl species, with adults being between 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) tall and weighing 4-6 ounces (113-170 g). They prefer to eat insects, small frogs, rodents and lizards. Depending on availability and the time of year, Burrowing owls may also include beetles, moths, crickets and snails in their diet. They are keen hunters and keep a supply of food in their burrows. Nests are dug underground or abandoned burrows of other animals are used. Unlike most species of owls, Burrowing owls are diurnal. Unable to move their eyes in the eye sockets, they rotate their head in order to see their surroundings.

Ivory-billed aracari
The Ivory-billed aracari (Pteroglossus azara or Pteroglossus flavirostris) is quite noticeable with an almost uniform ivory bill. Small "teeth-like" markings are outlined in black on the cutting edge of the upper mandible. A broad red chest band is bordered below by a black band, with remainder of the underside being bright yellow.