The brent goose flies to the UK for the milder winter. Two populations arrive: those with dark bellies can be found around Eastern England; while those with pale bellies can be found in the North…

Pignut is a small umbellifer, with edible tubers, that is found in woods, hedges and grasslands.

These distinctive beetles are often found around dead birds and small mammals.

These bulky beetles can sometimes be found on flowers in woodland rides or along hedgerows.

The common squid is a weird and wonderful predator found all around our coasts.

This vibrant green worm is arguably the most attractive worm found on the rocky shore!

Risso’s dolphins are mysterious creatures usually only found in deep, offshore waters.

This long-lived bivalve can be found buried in the sand on the south and west coasts of the UK.

This bog-loving butterfly is mostly found in the north of the UK, where it takes to the wing in summer.

Great scallops are found around much of the UK and are a favourite seafood for people and starfish alike!

Edible periwinkles are a common sight when rockpooling and can be found in huge numbers on the shore.

This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.