Cucumber spider
There are several species of cucumber spider, recognised by their bright green abdomen.
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Chwilio
How to clean nestboxes and bird feeders
Nestboxes can harbour parasites so it is good practice to take them down at the end of the season and give them a clean. Likewise it is important to keep bird feeders clean to stop the spread of…
Mauve stinger
This species can pack a powerful sting, so be sure not to get too close!
Spotted ray
The spotted ray is one of the smallest species of skate, growing to only 80 cm.
Tahlia Paige
Find out how this surface pattern designer is using her business to protect her favourite species.
Montagu’s sea snail
Although, commonly referred to as a ‘sea snail,’ this species in fact belongs to the fish family!
Ghosts, goblins and witches
This Halloween, discover some of our most spooktacular species.
Harlequin ladybird
A non-native species originating from Asia, the harlequin ladybird is prevalent in towns and gardens.
Long spined sea scorpion
Masters of disguise, this species exhibits one of the best examples of camouflage you will find on the seashore!
Oyster drill
This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.
Welsh Wildlife to spot in April
Spring has sprung! Here are 5 species to look out for in April!
Red squirrels
There are two species of squirrel in the UK; red squirrels and grey squirrels. Red squirrels are our native species and have lived in the UK for around 10,000 years, Grey squirrels were introduced to the UK from North America by the Victorians in the 1800s, the first record of them escaping and establishing a wild population is 1876.