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

These bulky beetles can sometimes be found on flowers in woodland rides or along hedgerows.

The common squid is a weird and wonderful predator found all around our coasts.

Risso’s dolphins are mysterious creatures usually only found in deep, offshore waters.

This bog-loving butterfly is mostly found in the north of the UK, where it takes to the wing in summer.

This day-flying moth is found on flowery meadows, often in the company of other moths and butterflies.

Great scallops are found around much of the UK and are a favourite seafood for people and starfish alike!

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

This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.

These mat like growths found on kelp and seaweed are actually colonies of tiny individuals animals.

The bloody henry starfish is normally a bright purply-red colour and is found all around the UK.