Twelve birds of Christmas
Discover some wonderful winter wildlife as part of 12 Days Wild
Discover some wonderful winter wildlife as part of 12 Days Wild
As the name suggests, this beautiful brown butterfly is most common in Scotland, though it can also be seen in northern England.
From vast plains spreading across the seabed to intertidal flats exposed by the low tide, mud supports an incredible variety of wildlife.
Sending letters 'to the Editor' of local newspapers is another great way to speak up for wildlife.
Hedgerows are one of our most easily encountered wildlife habitats, found lining roads, railways and footpaths, bordering fields and gardens and on the coast.
Meadows of seagrass spread across the seabed, their dense green leaves sheltering a wealth of wildlife including our two native species of seahorse.
Considered Britain's most threatened butterfly, the high brown fritillary can be only be found in a few areas of England and Wales.
This dainty white butterfly is now only found in a few parts of Britain, where it flutters slowly through woodland clearings.
Rocky habitats are some of the most natural and untouched places in the UK. Often high up in the hills and hard to reach, they are havens for some of our rarest wildlife.