Bloody-nosed beetle
The common name of the bloody-nosed beetle derives from its unusual defence mechanism: when threatened, it secretes a distasteful blood-red liquid from its mouth. This flightless beetle can be…
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Spiny starfish
Our largest starfish, the spiny starfish can reach an impressive diameter of 70cm!
My big adventure
When Rowan visits Sydenham Hill Wood, every puddle, tree and trail is part of the adventure. And his dad quite likes playing along too.
Wildlife gardening
Our own back gardens are often the place where we encounter wildlife most regularly. Whether it's digging up worms or feeding the birds, we all benefit from being out in a garden and wildlife too can thrive in these little havens.
Egyptian goose
Egyptian geese were introduced to Britain from Africa. They are now widespread in southern England.
How to create a vertical garden
Gardening doesn’t need to be restricted to the ground - bring your walls to life for wildlife! Many types of plants will thrive in a green wall, from herbs and fruit to grasses and ferns.
Goose barnacle
Goose barnacles often wash up on our shores attached to flotsam after big storms.
Great grey shrike
This large shrike visits the UK in small numbers each year, passing through on migration or spending the winter here.
European flounder
Able to camouflage itself to its surroundings, the European flounder is one of our many amazing flatfish!
Soldier beetle
One of our largest soldier beetles, often found on flowers where they hunt other insects.
My guitar
Ruaridh loves playing in the woods – here everything can be anything and he can let his imagination run wild.
Brown-tail
The caterpillars of this fluffy white moth are best admired from a distance, as their hairs can irritate the skin.