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Brilliant butterflies

Spotted a butterfly but not sure what it is? Here are some common British butterflies you might see in your garden, and how to identify them.
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Chimney sweeper

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

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Common restharrow

Look for the small, pink, pea-shaped flowers of Common restharrow on chalk and limestone grasslands, and in coastal areas, during summer.

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Mega Migrations

Birds might look small and delicate, but each autumn millions of them make incredible journeys across the planet.
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Tracks and signs

Wildlife can sometimes be hard to spot, but there are signs to look out for that show animals have been hanging around!
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Identify bird song

Birds have beautiful voices. They sing to show off, defend their patch and attract a mate. But how many different songs do you recognise?
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Mauve stinger

This species can pack a powerful sting, so be sure not to get too close!

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Hemp-agrimony

Also known as 'Raspberries and Cream', Hemp-agrimony displays 'frothy' clusters of tiny, pink flowers on top of long, reddish stems. Its leaves look like those of Hemp,…

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Herb-robert

Herb-robert is a low-growing plant, with small, pretty, pink flowers. Look for it in shady spots in woodland, hedgerows and coastal areas.

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Marsh cinquefoil

Look for the deep magenta, star-shaped flowers of Marsh cinquefoil in marshes, bogs, fens and wetlands in the north, west and east of the UK.

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Harbour porpoise

Despite being a little shy, these amazing marine mammals can be spotted close to shore in shallow waters. If you do get close, keep an eye out for the loud ‘chuff’ noise they make as they come to…