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Species related to the Garden spider (Araneus diadematus)
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Crab spider (Misumena vatia)
There is just a single species in Britain belonging to the genus Misumena. As the common name suggests, it is reminiscent of a crab, with... More 28 Images 2 Videos -
Merlin (Falco columbarius)
An extremely fast, agile hunter, the merlin (Falco columbarius) is a small, distinctive species of falcon from the northern hemisphere. The... More 23 Images 2 Videos -
Common green darner (Anax junius)
One of North America’s most common and widespread dragonflies, the common green darner (Anax junius) is a large insect with a bright green... More 19 Images 0 videos -
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... More 43 Images 11 Videos -
White-tailed bumblebee (Bombus lucorum)
The white-tailed bumblebee (Bombus lucorum) is a common species that is easily confused with the similar species Bombus magnus. Work is... More 13 Images 2 Videos -
Horse-fly (Chrysops relictus)
Apart from entomologists, there are probably few people who would actively look for horse-flies. For their size, they have one of the most... More 7 Images 0 videos -
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... More 9 Images 3 Videos -
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... More 28 Images 2 Videos -
Green-veined white (Pieris napi)
The green-veined white is a familiar common butterfly. Despite the English name, the yellowish-green veins on the undersides of the wings... More 10 Images 3 Videos -
Great willowherb (Epilobium hirsutum)
Great willowherb is a tall, common herb. It has a densely hairy stem bearing long, narrow leaves that taper to a point and are similar in... More 12 Images 2 Videos -
Himalayan balsam (Impatiens glandulifera)
Himalayan or Indian balsam was introduced to British gardens from the Himalayas in 1839 and since then has become widely naturalised. This... More 15 Images 3 Videos -
Bactrian deer (Cervus elaphus bactrianus)
Information on the Bactrian deer is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 8 Images 0 videos -
Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)
The tiny, secretive and cryptically coloured winter wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) is a highly active woodland bird with a remarkably... More 16 Images 3 Videos -
Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)
The ‘spreading chestnut tree’, a common sight on village greens and alongside housing developments, is not actually native to Britain. It... More 40 Images 2 Videos -
Red campion (Silene dioica)
Red campion is a common spring-flowering plant that in some areas is known as the 'cuckoo-flower' as it shares a season with this winged... More 15 Images 1 Video -
Yellow-bellied sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius)
A widespread, medium-sized woodpecker, the yellow-bellied sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius) gains its unusual name from its yellowish to... More 9 Images 1 Video -
Northern harrier (Circus cyaneus)
The northern harrier is a slender, medium-sized hawk, with a long tail, wings and legs, a characteristic white rump, and a distinctive... More 26 Images 11 Videos -
Pink waxcap (Hygrocybe calyptriformis)
The attractive pink waxcap (Hygrocybe calyptriformis) has a pinkish-lilac conical cap with fine striations and a slightly greasy appearance... More 7 Images 0 videos -
Short-eared owl (Asio flammeus)
The short-eared owl’s scientific name flammeus, meaning “fiery”, is a reference to its boldly streaked plumage, which provides excellent... More 34 Images 6 Videos -
Marsh marigold (Caltha palustris)
Marsh marigold, also known as kingcup, is believed to be one of Britain’s most ancient native plants. It may have been growing here since... More 18 Images 0 videos -
Scarlet pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis)
As the alternative names of shepherd’s sundial and shepherd’s weather-glass suggest, scarlet pimpernel is well-known for its ability to... More 9 Images 1 Video -
Chequered skipper (Carterocephalus palaemon)
As the name suggests, this small, fast-flying, chocolate-brown butterfly has a chequered patterning on both the hind- and forewings... More 6 Images 1 Video -
Raven (Corvus corax)
The raven (Corvus corax) is a magnificent bird; bigger than a buzzard, it is the largest passerine (perching) bird in Europe, and is deeply... More 17 Images 12 Videos -
Chital (Axis axis)
Information on the chital is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 39 Images 3 Videos -
European starling (Sturnus vulgaris)
The European starling (Sturnus vulgaris), a familiar bird in both urban and rural areas, may at first glance be confused with a blackbird... More 41 Images 7 Videos -
Lesser smoothcap (Atrichum angustatum)
Lesser smoothcap is a dull-green moss that forms patches of single, unbranched and upright shoots that have narrow leaves with toothed edges... More 1 Image 0 videos -
Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)
Although a familiar mammal in many parts of Great Britain, the grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) is non-native, having been first... More 50 Images 8 Videos -
Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus)
Its terrible foetid smell as well as an unmistakable appearance makes the stinkhorn one of the most easily recognised species of fungi... More 9 Images 2 Videos -
Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula)
A well-known, attractive diving duck, the goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) has distinctive plumage with marked differences in appearance... More 29 Images 3 Videos -
Collared dove (Streptopelia decaocto)
Information on the collared dove (Streptopelia decaocto) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 38 Images 3 Videos
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