Batman hoverfly
This common hoverfly can be recognised by the dark markings behind its head, which often resemble the Batman logo.
This common hoverfly can be recognised by the dark markings behind its head, which often resemble the Batman logo.
The distinctive sight of a spoonbill is becoming increasingly common in the east and southwest of England, with colonies of breeding birds now established.
Despite its name, the great spider crab is actually smaller than the more common European spider crab.
As the name suggests, this beautiful brown butterfly is most common in Scotland, though it can also be seen in northern England.
Acclaimed underwater photographer Paul Naylor has been diving and capturing images of life in the waters around the British coast for years, with over 2,000 dives to his name. He knows the impact…
The lightbulb sea squirt is common around much of the UK. Its easy to see where its name came from!
This well-camouflaged woodpecker used to be a common breeding bird in Britain, but is now only likely to be seen passing through on migration.
Their long narrow shells are a common sight on our shores, especially after storms, but the animals themselves live buried in the sand.
The small white is a common garden visitor. It is smaller than the similar large white, and has less black on its wingtips.
This striking black-and-white moth flies during the day in open woodlands, moorlands, and bogs. It's most common on Scottish moors.
This crab is common around all of the UK. If you've ever been rockpooling or crabbing, it's probably the shore crab that you've met.
Also known as the flat topshell, these are one of the most common and colourful sea snails you are likely to see when out on a rockpool safari!