Bilberries appear in summer and early autumn and are often turned into jams, pies and sauces...

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

Mackerel are a sign of summer's arrival, when they appear inshore in huge numbers all around the UK. As well as being a sustainable seafood choice, they are an important food source for many…

Look out for this large, leafy lichen on trees in ancient woodlands in the west of the UK.

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

This metallic green beetle can be seen visiting flowers on sunny days in spring and summer.

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

This little fish is found in rockpools during the summer months and has a clever adaptation that stops it being swept away by strong waves - their pelvic fins are fused to form a sucker that it…

This long-lived bivalve can be found buried in the sand on the south and west coasts of the UK.

This brightly-coloured beetle is often found feeding on flowers on warm days in late spring and summer.