These distinctive beetles are often found around dead birds and small mammals.

Also known as the two-coloured mason bee, this beautiful bee is famous for nesting in old snail shells.

As the only crow with a red bill and red legs, the all-black chough is easy to identify. But it's harder to spot: there are only small, coastal populations in Scotland, Ireland, Wales,…

This distinctive black and red bug is an increasingly common sight across much of Britain.

The classic fairy tale toadstool, this red and white fungus is often found beneath birch trees in autumn.

Look out for the bright red eyes of this speedy crab in rockpools - but be careful, they're notoriously feisty and will give a painful nip!

A climbing plant of hedgerows and woodlands, Black bryony produces greenish flowers in summer and red, shiny berries in autumn. It is a poisonous plant.