As the bluebells fade, yellow archangel takes its turn to impress, with golden-yellow flowers carpeting our ancient woodlands.

Their long narrow shells are a common sight on our shores, especially after storms, but the animals themselves live buried in the sand.

Unlike many of its relatives, this shimmering shieldbug is a predator, feasting on caterpillars and a variety of other insects.

This dazzling dragonfly can be seen darting above tree-lined ponds in certain parts of Britain.

Once a rare visitor to the UK, this striking gull is now found nesting here in large colonies.

This beautiful moth is often found resting on leaves, though it does also fly during the day.