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British Invertebrates - terrestrial and freshwater
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Earthworm (
Lumbricus terrestris
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The common earthworm is an abundant species, which has an important role in the aeration and fertilisation of soil. It is the...
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Edmond's ground beetle (
Tachys edmondsi
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This ground beetle is brownish-black, and one of the smallest ground beetles in the UK. It takes its name from an eminent...
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Emperor dragonfly (
Anax imperator
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The emperor is Britain's largest dragonfly; they are a spectacular sight with their broad wings and powerful flight. After emerging...
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Emperor moth (
Saturnia pavonia
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The adult emperor moth is a spectacular insect. Males have a complex pattern of grey, dark brown and orange markings on their upper...
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Essex emerald moth (
Thetidia smaragdaria maritima
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The Essex Emerald moth is one that could be mistaken for a butterfly in shape. The upper wings are a light, dusky emerald in colour...
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