Beetles are insects from the order Coleoptera — which means 'sheath-winged'. In most beetles, the front pair of wings has adapted to form tough, protective cases that lie across their back, …

Are birds of prey under threat? During the 20 th century, many of our birds of prey were persecuted to near extinction such as the white-tailed eagle, or severely suffered from the …

Owls are some of our most captivating birds. Their love of hunting at dawn, dusk and even in the dark gives them a sense of mystery. With a good view, it’s easy to tell an owl from any other …

Great spotted woodpecker. The great spotted woodpecker is black and white, with white shoulder patches and red underneath the tail. Males have a red patch at the back of the head.

The Wildlife Trusts are a federation of 46 independent wildlife conservation charities covering the whole of the UK. We manage nature reserves, help children to learn about nature and …

Whether you are looking for a hike that lasts until sunset, a yomp through dense vegetation or a trek through some of the most remote and wild trails – our nature reserves have it all!

Found a bird skull or mammal bone in the UK? Our ID guide below has some of the most common animal skulls you might find. Even if you aren’t able to identify the species you can still tell …

Speckled wood. Description: Dark brown with creamy yellow spots.The best way to identify the 'brown' butterflies is by looking at the eyespots on their wings. The speckled wood is the only …

About The brown rat is an incredibly adaptable mammal and can be found almost everywhere in the UK, in any habitat, all it needs is shelter and food.

About Weasels are the UK’s smallest carnivore. They like to eat voles, mice and small birds. They belong to a group of animals known as mustelids, which means they have a long body and …