Spiked water-milfoil
Look out for the feathery leaves of Spiked water-milfoil just below the surface of streams, ditches, lakes and ponds; its red flowers emerge from the water in summer. It provides shelter for a…
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Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
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My neighbourhood
Sir David Attenborough has travelled the world in search of wildlife and wild spaces. But much closer to home, he can explore the hidden woodland at Crane Park Island, discover flying stag beetles…
Red-and-black froghopper
This distinctive bug is often seen basking on low-growing plants in spring and summer.
Netted dog whelk
A small, but feisty scavenger, this carnivorous sea snail does not let anything go to waste!
White-beaked dolphin
Look out for the distinctive white beak that gives this energetic dolphin its name. Don’t be surprised to see them breach and bowride too!
My birding
A couple of years ago Nick took the plunge and bought into a bird watching holiday company, and at a stroke his hobby became his livelihood.
Make a bird feeder
Encourage birds into your garden by making an easy bird feeder at home
Cosy Nests
We know that many animals make nests, not just birds.
Sea mat
These mat like growths found on kelp and seaweed are actually colonies of tiny individuals animals.
Lady fern
One of the prettiest hardy ferns, the lady fern is delicate and lacy, with ladder-like foliage. It makes a good garden fern, providing attractive cover for wildlife.
Red-tailed mason bee
Also known as the two-coloured mason bee, this beautiful bee is famous for nesting in old snail shells.