A small woodland and hedgerow tree, spindle is most striking in the autumn when clusters of bright pink-and-orange berries hang from its twigs, providing food for mice, birds and even Red Foxes.…

The heath bumblebee is not only found on heathland, but also in gardens and parks. It nests in small colonies of less than 100 workers in all kinds of spots, such as old birds' nests, mossy…

As its name suggests, the shaggy inkcap, or 'lawyer's wig', has a woolly, scaly surface to its bell-shaped toadstools. It is very common and can be seen at the road side, in…

This sooty-black, day-flying moth is active on sunny days, rarely settling in one place for long.

A common moth across most of the UK. The large, hairy caterpillars are often seen in late summer.

This distinctive moth is a common sight in gardens and around houses, where it's often attracted to lights.

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…

The caterpillars of this fluffy white moth are best admired from a distance, as their hairs can irritate the skin.

This pretty, speckled moth is now a rare sight, found only in a few parts of southern England.

This unmistakable moth spends the winter as an adult, tucked away in a sheltered spot like a cave or outbuilding.

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

This beautiful moth is often found resting on leaves, though it does also fly during the day.