Soldier beetle
One of our largest soldier beetles, often found on flowers where they hunt other insects.
One of our largest soldier beetles, often found on flowers where they hunt other insects.
A bright red beetle, with black legs and knobbly antennae, the red-headed cardinal beetle lives up to its name. Look for it in woodland, along hedgerows and in parks and gardens over summer.
Look out for a common lizard basking in the warm sun as you wander around heathlands, moorlands and grasslands. You might even be lucky enough to spot one in your garden, too!
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The common red soldier beetle is also known as the 'bloodsucker' for its striking red appearance, but it is harmless. It is a beneficial garden insect as the adults eat aphids, and the…
This brightly-coloured beetle is often found feeding on flowers on warm days in late spring and summer.
This beautiful beetle is fond of damp meadows and woodland rides, where it's often found on umbellifers or thistles.
The beautiful pink and white bands of a Painted topshell make it easy to see where this little sea snail got its name!
These bulky beetles can sometimes be found on flowers in woodland rides or along hedgerows.
These distinctive beetles are often found around dead birds and small mammals.
The sweet chestnut is famous for its shiny brown fruits, or 'chestnuts', that are wrapped in a spiky, green casing and make a tasty winter treat. Look for this tree in woodlands in South…