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Rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus)
The rudd is often confused with the roach (Rutilus rutilus), as the two species are similar in appearance. In the rudd, the dorsal fin is…
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Shining pondweed (Potamogeton lucens)
Information on the shining pondweed (Potamogeton lucens) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Four-spotted chaser (Libellula quadrimaculata)
The four-spotted chaser (Libellula quadrimaculata) gets its name form the four dark spots present at the midpoint of the front of each…
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Sand lizard (Lacerta agilis)
The sand lizard (Lacerta agilis) is larger than the common lizard, and somewhat stockier. Sand lizards have an attractive pattern of dark…
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Common water-plantain (Alisma plantago-aquatica)
Common water-plantain is a stout aquatic herb with oval-shaped leaves, which may be rounded or heart-shaped at the base. The pale lilac…
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Holly-leaved naiad (Najas marina)
The holly-leaved naiad (Najas marina) is an aquatic plant that has tough narrow leaves on forked, brittle stems. Both the leaves and the…
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Sago pondweed (Stuckenia pectinata)
Information on the sago pondweed (Stuckenia pectinata) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Red-veined darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii)
Information on the red-veined darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Common scarlet-darter (Crocothemis erythraea)
Information on the common scarlet-darter is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Common duckweed (Lemna gibba)
This duckweed is one of Britain's most common small water plants, which forms familiar green mats covering stagnant water bodies. It has a…
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Great pond snail (Lymnaea stagnalis)
The aptly named great pond snail (Lymnaea stagnalis) is the largest pond snail in Britain. The great pond snail has a shiny…
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Emperor dragonfly (Anax imperator)
The emperor dragonfly (Anax imperator) is Britain's largest dragonfly; they are a spectacular sight with their broad wings and powerful…
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Loddon pondweed (Potamogeton nodosus)
Information on the loddon pondweed (Potamogeton nodosus) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus)
The Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) is a beautifully streamlined, fast-swimming fish. It has silver underparts and metallic green…
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Lesser emperor (Anax parthenope)
Information on the lesser emperor is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax)
Information on the European seabass is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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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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Water shrew (Neomys fodiens)
The water shrew (Neomys fodiens) is the largest of the British shrews; it has black upper parts and a whitish underside, between…
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Red fox (Vulpes vulpes)
The size of a small dog, the red fox (Vulpes vulpes) is the largest member of the genus Vulpes and is well-known for its large bushy…
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Grey wolf (Canis lupus)
The world’s largest wild canid, the iconic grey wolf (Canis lupus) has been a source of both fear and respect, inspiring a rich cultural…
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Pike (Esox lucius)
The pike (Esox lucius) is probably the coarse anglers’ most sought-after fish. It is predatory both in nature and appearance. The fish has a…
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Minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus)
The minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus) is a small, lively freshwater fish, with a greenish-brown back, which features darker spots that form an…
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Banded demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens)
A striking species of damselfly, the banded demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) has the same style of butterfly-like flitting flight as that…
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Grass snake (Natrix natrix)
The grass snake (Natrix natrix) is Britain's largest terrestrial reptile. This snake is typically olive-green, brown or greyish in colour…
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Brown rat (Rattus norvegicus)
The brown or Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus) is a supreme generalist; its opportunistic lifestyle, agility and prolific breeding potential…
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Water vole (Arvicola terrestris)
The water vole (Arvicola terrestris) is the largest and most famous of the British voles. 'Ratty' in Kenneth Grahame's Wind in the…
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House mouse (Mus musculus)
The house mouse (Mus musculus) is one of the most widely distributed and successful mammals in the world. It has dull greyish-brown fur…
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Common toad (Bufo bufo)
The common toad (Bufo bufo) is surrounded by a wealth of folklore and superstition. It can alter the tone of its skin to suit its…
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Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris)
This attractive mammal has a chestnut upper body, with buff to cream underside, noticeable ear tufts and the famous fluffy tail. The red…
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Common shrew (Sorex araneus)
The common shrew (Sorex araneus), one of Britain's most abundant mammals has a long, flexible snout, tiny ears and small eyes typical of…
