Tawny owls are the familiar brown owls of Britain’s woodlands, parks and gardens. They are known for their ‘too-wit too-woo’ song that can be heard at night-time.

The brown hairstreak is an elusive butterfly that spends much of its time in the treetops feeding on aphid honeydew.

Stone curlews are unusual waders with large yellow eyes - perfect for hunting beetles at night.

These beloved spiny mammals come out at night to hoover up beetles, worms and other invertebrates.

If you spot a crawling shell next time you're at the seaside, take a closer look… it might be a hermit crab!

This large, fluffy-looking moth is on the wing in July and August, but you might spot a caterpillar at almost any time of year.

This stunning hermit crab has only returned to our southern shores in recent years. Let us hope it stays for good this time!

Violet ground beetles are active predators, coming out at night to hunt slugs and other invertebrates in gardens, woodlands and meadows.