Spiny squat lobster
A bizarre half lobster/half crab, this squat lobster is one of the true stunners of the rocky shore!
Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
A bizarre half lobster/half crab, this squat lobster is one of the true stunners of the rocky shore!
Lilac is an introduced species in the UK that can sometimes be found in hedgerows and along woodland edges. Flower spikes appear in spring, beautifully scented and packed with small, lilac-pink…
The large, fluffy caterpillars of this moth are often seen in summer and early spring.
In the spring, birds choose the best locations to build nests, so why not offer them a safe place to settle?
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This distinctive bug is often seen basking on low-growing plants in spring and summer.
This unique fungus is one of the most sought after spring fungi of them all.
This metallic green beetle can be seen visiting flowers on sunny days in spring and summer.
This brightly-coloured beetle is often found feeding on flowers on warm days in late spring and summer.
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