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Chwilio
European hedgehog
These beloved spiny mammals come out at night to hoover up beetles, worms and other invertebrates.
Nursehound
The nursehound is a nocturnal predator, hunting smaller fish close to the seafloor.
Slender groundhopper
This stocky relative of grasshoppers is found on damp ground close to water.
Wasp beetle
A clever mimic, the wasp beetle is black-and-yellow and moves in a jerky, flight-like fashion - fooling predators into thinking it is actually a more harmful common wasp. Look for it in hedgerows…
Mallard
The much-loved mallard is our most familiar duck, found across town and country. If you're feeding the ducks please don't feed them bread - it's not good for them! Instead, they…
Burnet companion
This day-flying moth is found on flowery meadows, often in the company of other moths and butterflies.
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Barn owl
The beautiful barn owl is, perhaps, our most-loved owl. With its distinctive heart-shaped face, pure white feathers and ghostly silent flight, it's easy to identify. Look out for it flying…
Redstart
A summer visitor to the UK, the red-tailed redstart is a robin-sized bird that can be spotted in woodlands, parks and hedgerows, mainly in the north and west of the UK.
Mauve stinger
This species can pack a powerful sting, so be sure not to get too close!