The hummingbird hawk-moth migrates to the UK from Southern Europe each year. It can be seen hovering over flowers, feeding with its long proboscis; its wings move so quickly that it 'hums…

The bill-shaped seed pods of Common Stork's-bill explode when ripe, sending the seeds flying! This low-growing plant has pretty pink flowers and can be seen on grasslands and coastal sands.…

You're more likely to see the attractive, brightly coloured caterpillars than the mullein moth itself.

A strikingly beautiful fish, it is not hard to see where the ‘red’ mullet gets its name from!

The pretty small tortoiseshell is a familiar garden visitor that can be seen feeding on flowers all year-round during warm spells. Overwintering adults may find resting spots in sheds, garages or…

This wading bird is mainly a visitor on its spring and autumn migration, though a small number nest in Scotland.

The lightbulb sea squirt is common around much of the UK. Its easy to see where its name came from!

A familiar garden bird, the great tit can be seen around bird tables and feeders, as well as in woodlands and parks. Listen out for its shrill song that sounds just like a bicycle pump being used…