Black-winged stilt
This elegant wading bird is a rare visitor to the UK, though occasionally one or two of pairs will nest here.
Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
This elegant wading bird is a rare visitor to the UK, though occasionally one or two of pairs will nest here.
Brittle stars, sea urchins and other starfish will want to stay out of the way of this speedy carnivorous starfish!
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…
These little critters are related to the woodlice you find in your garden and play a very important role on rocky shores.
A lovely pale cream colour to begin with these stout mushrooms begin to turn a buff colour and the cap surface will crack as they age.
This clown-like fish is a favourite amongst divers and snorkellers. They are inquisitive little souls and will investigate divers near their hidey-hole homes.
Look out for the bright red eyes of this speedy crab in rockpools - but be careful, they're notoriously feisty and will give a painful nip!
This large brittlestar can be found in rockpools around much of the UK, but be gentle - its arms are very brittle and will break off if disturbed.
This sponge is found on rocky shores around the UK and looks like a thick bready crust (if you use your imagination a bit!).
A voracious predator that will even eat other dragonflies, the golden-ringed dragonfly is the UK's longest species. It can be found around acidic streams in moorland and heathland habitats.…
Planting herbs will attract important pollinators into your garden, which will, in turn, attract birds and small mammals looking for a meal.