The all-black carrion crow does not nest in colonies like the similar rook. It can be seen almost everywhere.

This common hoverfly can be recognised by the dark markings behind its head, which often resemble the Batman logo.

As the name suggests, this beautiful brown butterfly is most common in Scotland, though it can also be seen in northern England.

These gruesome sounding creatures are actually a type of coral! They get their name as they branch out into lobes as they grow - making them look like fingers on a hand.

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.

This hefty diving bird is a winter visitor to the UK, where it can be seen around the coast or occasionally on large inland lakes.

A very rare species, this moth is now limited to one site in the UK. Males can be a striking reddish buff in colour.

This worm builds its own home out of bits of shell and sand. It can be spotted on the shore all around the UK.

This black and grey solitary bee takes to the wing in spring, when it can be seen buzzing around burrows in open ground.