A tall and robust species of sedge, the Great fen-sedge has long leaves with sawtooth edges. It forms dense stands in lowland fens and around lakes.

This beautiful beetle only arrived in the UK in 1960s but is now a common sight on garden herbs.

The thick topshell is a common sight on rocky shores in Wales and South West England.

A classic fern of woodlands across the UK, the male-fern is also a great addition to any garden. It grows impressive stands from underground rhizomes, dying back in autumn.

Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…

Edible periwinkles are a common sight when rockpooling and can be found in huge numbers on the shore.

An iconic tree, particularly in the south of the UK, the Common beech stands tall and proud in woodlands and parks. It turns beautiful golden-brown in autumn, strewing the floor with its '…

This large shrike visits the UK in small numbers each year, passing through on migration or spending the winter here.