The distinctive rounded wings of the lapwing are displayed beautifully when it wheels around a winter sky in a massive flock. In spring, these flocks disperse and some birds breed in the UK.…

Bilberries appear in summer and early autumn and are often turned into jams, pies and sauces...

This beautiful orange and brown butterfly is now a rare sight in the UK

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

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

This metallic green beetle can be seen visiting flowers on sunny days in spring and summer.

This brightly-coloured beetle is often found feeding on flowers on warm days in late spring and summer.

A common moth across most of the UK. The large, hairy caterpillars are often seen in late summer.