This small sea snail is easily identifiable by the 3 brown spots on the top of its shell.
The uncontainable nature of wildlife is perhaps clearest in brownfield sites – previously developed land that is not currently in use. The crumbling concrete of abandoned factories, disused power…
A small, but feisty scavenger, this carnivorous sea snail does not let anything go to waste!
These large seals can often be seen bobbing in the sea or lying on beaches waiting for their food to go down.
Brittle stars, sea urchins and other starfish will want to stay out of the way of this speedy carnivorous starfish!
Worms in the sea are anything but dull and this fan worm, resembling a Catherine wheel, is a perfect example of the intricate beauty these animals possess.
The common whelk is the largest sea snail found in UK seas, though you're more likely to find the dry balls of empty whelk egg capsules washed up in strandlines.
This sea snail is abundant on rocky shores around the UK. It is an active predator, feasting on mussels and barnacles before retreating to crevices to rest.
The beautiful pink and white bands of a Painted topshell make it easy to see where this little sea snail got its name!
