Meadow pipit
The meadow pipit favours moorland and grassland. It is an unfortunate victim of cuckolding behaviour - their own young being pushed out of the nest, so they can look after the 'parasitic…
Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
The meadow pipit favours moorland and grassland. It is an unfortunate victim of cuckolding behaviour - their own young being pushed out of the nest, so they can look after the 'parasitic…
With black-and-yellow markings, the Hornet robberfly looks like its namesake, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it perches in the open, waiting for its…
This small reddish-purple seaweed grows in small branching fans on rocky shores. It is widely used in the food industry - and might have been used to produce your ice cream, beer or even jelly!…
Another member of the echinoderm phylum, feather stars share some characteristics with true starfish, but also have their very own intriguing adaptations and behaviours, which make them a…
Grow plants that help each other! Maximise your garden for you and for wildlife using this planting technique.
These little critters are related to the woodlice you find in your garden and play a very important role on rocky shores.
Josh has been lucky to grow up in this beautiful landscape. We’re here to make sure his children can do the same.
This sponge is found on rocky shores around the UK and looks like a thick bready crust (if you use your imagination a bit!).
This slender and elegant shark species is often found close to shore all around our coasts and can grow up to 6 feet long.
The shanny is a common sight in rockpools all around the UK. They are feisty little fish and have been known to bite when caught, so watch your fingers!