Found on rocky shores around the UK, Chitons are a kind of mollusc identifiable by their characteristic coat-of-mail shells.

This small, round sea urchin is (unsurprisingly!) green in colour and can be found on rocky shores around the UK.

Ever noticed lots of little white spirals on seaweed fronds on rocky shores? These are tiny tube worms!

The stately Grass-of-parnassus displays pretty, white flowers with green stripes. Once widespread, it is now declining as its wetland habitats are disappearing.

The common mussel is a familiar sight on shores all around the UK and is a favourite food of people, seabirds and starfish alike.

These little critters are related to the woodlice you find in your garden and play a very important role on rocky shores.

Common laburnum is an introduced species, planted in parks and gardens. It is most recognisable in flower - its hanging bunches of yellow blooms giving it the name 'Golden rain'. It is…

Found on rocky shores and seabeds, the Keyhole limpet gets its name from the little hole at the tip of its shell.