Are birds of prey under threat? During the 20 th century, many of our birds of prey were persecuted to near extinction such as the white-tailed eagle, or severely suffered from the …

Great spotted woodpecker. The great spotted woodpecker is black and white, with white shoulder patches and red underneath the tail. Males have a red patch at the back of the head.

Lapwing. When & where: All year.Common across the UK, on farmland, grasslands, wetlands, and coasts. Found in large flocks in winter. Description: A pigeon-sized bird.It looks black-and …

Speckled wood. Description: Dark brown with creamy yellow spots.The best way to identify the 'brown' butterflies is by looking at the eyespots on their wings. The speckled wood is the only …

Asian hornets. The non-native Asian predatory wasp, Vespa velutina (also known as the Asian hornet), is an invasive species from Asia. In September 2016, the National Bee Unit confirmed …

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Gulls are members of a large, widespread family of seabirds. Often known as seagulls (though no species is actually called a seagull, and many are found far from the sea), they sometimes get …

Owls are some of our most captivating birds. Their love of hunting at dawn, dusk and even in the dark gives them a sense of mystery. With a good view, it’s easy to tell an owl from any other …

Found a bird skull or mammal bone in the UK? Our ID guide below has some of the most common animal skulls you might find. Even if you aren’t able to identify the species you can still tell …

Puss moth. When & where: June to September.Widespread in a variety of habitats, including parks, gardens and wetlands. They feed on poplars and willows. Description: Recently …