This mysterious little bird is known for its haunting call and was once mistaken for witches by pirates off the coast of Wales! They travel thousands of miles every year to nest in their hobbit-…

Orca, sometimes known as ‘killer whales’, are unmistakable with their black and white markings. Although we do have a small group of orca who live in British waters, you would be lucky to see them…

This birch-loving moth can be seen flying on sunny days in early spring.

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…

This small moth is often disturbed from bushes, but also flies on sunny days.

A familiar black bird of our lakes, ponds and rivers, the moorhen is widespread; look out for its large and untidy-looking nest on the water in spring. It can be distinguished from the similar…

One of the earliest moths to emerge each year, spending the winter as a pupa and flying from March to May.

This striking black-and-white moth flies during the day in open woodlands, moorlands, and bogs. It's most common on Scottish moors.

Blink and you may miss the fantastic kingfisher! It's often seen as a flash of blue flying low over a river.

These moths can be seen flying on sunny days, but you're more likely to spot the fuzzy caterpillars crawling over paths.