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Ruddy turnstone (Arenaria interpres)
The ruddy turnstone is a small, stocky, brightly-patterned shorebird, named for its habit of turning over objects such as stones, shells and…
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Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea)
A type of cranberry, the lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea) is a small, evergreen shrub with edible red berries. It has creeping, spreading…
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Double-banded plover (Charadrius bicinctus)
Information on the double-banded plover is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Micro frog (Microbatrachella capensis)
ARKive is working with the Global Amphibian Assessment (GAA) to source images of the world’s threatened amphibian species.A collaboration…
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Silver gull (Larus novaehollandiae)
A small- to medium-sized gull species, the silver gull (Larus novaehollandiae) has a slim body, narrow wings and a sloping forehead. The…
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Narrow-bordered bee hawk-moth (Hemaris tityus)
Adults of the Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk-moth are extremely similar in appearance to bumblebees, and gain a level of protection from this…
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Orchid (Habenaria ambositrana)
Information on Habenaria ambositrana is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus)
A crepuscular bird, the nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) has finely patterned tree-bark like cryptic plumage that provides…
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Hemp-agrimony (Eupatorium cannabinum)
Hemp-agrimony is a tall and bushy plant which is in no way related to the plants hemp or agrimony. It has a woody rootstock and downy shoots…
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Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
One of the fastest species in the world, the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) may reach speeds of up to 250 kilometres per hour (155…
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Weasel (Mustela nivalis)
Britain's smallest native carnivore, the weasel (Mustela nivalis) has a long slender body, and a short tail. The fur is ginger to a rich…
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Eurasian curlew (Numenius arquata)
Information on the Eurasian curlew is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Greater sand plover (Charadrius leschenaultii)
Although it has a relatively dull appearance for most of the year, the greater sand plover’s plumage changes during the breeding season. At…
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Eleonora’s falcon (Falco eleonorae)
One of the last bird species in Europe to be discovered by science, and noted for its late breeding season and unusual feeding habits…
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Veilwort (Pallavicinia lyellii)
Veilwort is a thalloid liverwort, meaning that these liverworts do not have stems and leaves, but consist of a 'thallus', a flattened 'body'…
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Australian yellow white-eye (Zosterops luteus)
A relatively small bird found only in Australia, the Australian yellow white-eye (Zosterops luteus) has largely yellow to greenish-yellow…
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Common buzzard (Buteo buteo)
One of the most common raptor species in Europe, this medium-sized bird of prey is recognisable for its rounded head and tail, broad wings…
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Marsh clubmoss (Lycopodiella inundata)
Clubmosses are simple plants, related to ferns; their common name is an indication of their resemblance to true mosses, the 'club' referring…
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Red-rumped swallow (Hirundo daurica)
Information on the red-rumped swallow is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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North African fire salamander (Salamandra algira)
The North African fire salamander (Salamandra algira) is a large, brightly coloured amphibian with a slender body, smooth skin and a…
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Kha-nyou (Laonastes aenigmamus)
Described as recently as 2005, the kha-nyou is the sole surviving member of an ancient group of rodents that was previously considered…
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Green tiger beetle (Cicindela campestris)
This species is the commonest British tiger beetle. All tiger beetles are long-legged and fast-running. When disturbed they make fast…
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Corroboree frog (Pseudophryne corroboree)
The corroboree frog is incredibly distinctive with its bright yellow and black striped skin. The upper surface has a rough texture whilst…
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Cape Verde warbler (Acrocephalus brevipennis)
Information on the Cape Verde warbler is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Three-lobed water-crowfoot (Ranunculus tripartitus)
This scarce member of the buttercup family is a creeping plant of mud and shallow water. The stem can be either single or branched, with the…
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Viviparous lizard (Zootoca vivipara)
The viviparous or common lizard (Zootoca vivipara) is extremely variable in colour. Typically, the upperparts of the lizard are brownish…
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Shasta salamander (Hydromantes shastae)
ARKive is working with the Global Amphibian Assessment (GAA) to source images of the world's threatened amphibian species.A collaboration…
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Stoat (Mustela erminea)
Stoats (Mustela erminea) are elusive predators, with long, slender bodies and short legs. The pelage is reddish to ginger in colour…
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Long-eared owl (Asio otus)
A common and widespread species, the long-eared owl can be recognised by its orange eyes, prominent ear tufts, and rounded, buff or rufous…
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Bog hoverfly (Eristalis cryptarum)
The bog hoverfly is a bee mimic; it is very similar in general appearance to a bee. Like all members of the Eristalis genus, this species…
