Identify waders | The Wildlife Trusts
Waders can be a tough group to define. The term is used to describe members of a number of bird families, all from the order Charadriiformes (which also includes gulls, terns, skuas, and auks). As the name suggests, most waders are usually found wading through shallow water, or along its muddy ...
Identify birds of prey | The Wildlife Trusts
Are birds of prey under threat? During the 20 th century, many of our birds of prey were persecuted to near extinction such as the white-tailed eagle, or severely suffered from the effects of organochlorine pesticides like DDT - such as the merlin. Today, massive conservation efforts offer them a lifeline. Not only are The Wildlife Trusts …
Identify UK woodpeckers - The Wildlife Trusts
Great spotted woodpecker. The great spotted woodpecker is black and white, with white shoulder patches and red underneath the tail. Males have a red patch at the back of the head.
Identify animal skulls - The Wildlife Trusts
Found a bird skull or mammal bone in the UK? Our ID guide below has some of the most common animal skulls you might find. Even if you aren’t able to identify the species you can still tell some really interesting stuff about the animal and how it lives its life.
Identify UK snakes - The Wildlife Trusts
Grass snake or adder? The UK has three species of grass snake, adder and smooth snake. Want to know how to identify British snakes? Read our guide to work out what snake you've spotted.
How to identify owls - The Wildlife Trusts
Owls are some of our most captivating birds. Their love of hunting at dawn, dusk and even in the dark gives them a sense of mystery. With a good view, it’s easy to tell an owl from any other bird of prey thanks to their large head with big, forward-facing eyes.
Online shop - The Wildlife Trusts
Shop online with the Wildlife Trusts. Great gifts for every occasion and budget! Wildlife-themed eCards, books and eco-friendly clothing.
Identify caterpillars - The Wildlife Trusts
Puss moth. When & where: June to September.Widespread in a variety of habitats, including parks, gardens and wetlands. They feed on poplars and willows. Description: Recently hatched caterpillars are tiny and black, with two long, whip-like tails.Older caterpillars are plump and green, with a dark, white-edged 'saddle'.
Brown rat - The Wildlife Trusts
About The brown rat is an incredibly adaptable mammal and can be found almost everywhere in the UK, in any habitat, all it needs is shelter and food.
Common dandelion - The Wildlife Trusts
The common dandelion is a most familiar flower: counting down the 'clock', while blowing the fluffy seeds from its head, is a favourite childhood game. Dandelions are an important early source of food for pollinators - so let them grow!