Species that live in a habitat similar to the Silver birch Results 1 - 20
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Green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi)
The wings of the green hairstreak butterfly are dull brown on the uppersides, but bright green on the underside, with a white 'str...  More
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Silver-studded blue (Plebeius argus)
Males are deep blue with a dark border and white fringe, and can be distinguished from other blue butterflies by the presence of a...  More
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Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus)
This crepuscular bird has finely patterned tree-bark like cryptic plumage that provides excellent camouflage in the daytime when i...  More
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Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus)
A well-known harbinger of spring, the arrival of the cuckoo in Britain is eagerly awaited each April. Adult males have bluish-grey...  More
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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 o...  More
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Stoat (Mustela erminea)
Stoats are elusive predators, with long, slender bodies and short legs. The pelage is reddish to ginger in colour with white or cr...  More
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Weasel (Mustela nivalis)
Britain's smallest native carnivore, the weasel has a long slender body, and a short tail. The fur is ginger to a rich chocolate-r...  More
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Dingy mocha moth (Cyclophora pendularia)
The common name 'mocha' refers to mocha stone, an agate with a beautiful moss-like patterning of crystals. The Dingy Mocha is fine...  More  0 Videos
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Hooded crane (Grus monacha)
Bulky-looking compared to other, more elegant cranes, the hooded crane has a slate grey body with a white head and upper neck. The...  More  0 Videos
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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, bro...  More
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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...  More  0 Videos
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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 distinc...  More
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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 ...  More
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Noctule bat (Nyctalus noctula)
The noctule is one of the largest bats in Europe. It has long, narrow wings, and the short fur lies close to the body. The back is...  More
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Greater spotted eagle (Aquila clanga)
A medium-sized eagle, the greater spotted eagle only has white spots as a juvenile, when they extend in bands across the upperwing...  More
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Fused tooth (Phellodon confluens)
The fused tooth fungus belongs to the stipitate hydnoid fungi group. These fungi share some morphological characters, but are not ...  More  0 Videos
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Woodlark (Lullula arborea)
The woodlark is brown in colour, with a whitish eye stripe and an overall streaky appearance. The underparts are dull white and th...  More
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Montagu's harrier (Circus pygargus)
Named after the early nineteenth century ornithologist Col. George Montagu, the Montagu's harrier is the smallest of Britain's 3 h...  More
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Emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia)
The adult emperor moth is a spectacular insect. Males have a complex pattern of grey, dark brown and orange markings on their uppe...  More  0 Videos
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