Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria)
Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United Kingdom, belonging to the Lythraceae family. It is commonly found in wetland habitats, including marshes, fens, riverbanks, pond margins, and roadside ditches, across the UK. Purple Loosestrife thrives in nutrient-rich, moist to wet soils, often favouring habitats with full sun. It can […]
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
The Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is a captivating biennial plant native to the United Kingdom, renowned for its tall spikes of tubular, bell-shaped flowers that range in colour from pink to purple. Belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family, the Foxglove is a common sight in woodlands, hedgerows, and meadows throughout the UK. Thriving in partial shade to […]
Common Reed (Phragmites Australis)
Common Reed (Phragmites australis) is a tall, perennial grass species native to the United Kingdom and belonging to the Poaceae family. It is widespread and abundant in wetland habitats such as marshes, riverbanks, lakeshores, and estuaries throughout the UK. Common Reed thrives in nutrient-rich, moist to wet soils, and can tolerate a wide range of […]
Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta)
The Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) is a quintessential spring-flowering perennial plant native to the United Kingdom, belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Renowned for its stunning display of vibrant blue flowers carpeting woodlands, Bluebells are an iconic sight in British landscapes. Bluebells thrive in nutrient-rich, moist soils, typically favouring deciduous woodlands with dappled sunlight. They are often […]
Peacock Butterfly (Aglais Io)
The Peacock butterfly (Aglais io) is a striking species native to the United Kingdom, known for its vibrant eye spots on its wings, resembling the patterns found on a peacock’s tail feathers. It is a familiar sight across the UK, found in a variety of habitats including gardens, meadows, woodlands, and hedgerows. Peacock butterflies primarily […]
Mallard (Anas Platyrhynchos)
Mallards are native to the UK and can be found throughout the country. They are a species of dabbling duck and belong to the Anatidae family. They feed on aquatic plants, seeds, insects, small fish, and even scraps of human food. They are known for their ability to tip their heads underwater to reach food. […]
Grey Lag Goose (Anser Anser)
The Grey Lag Goose (Anser anser) is a prominent bird species in the UK, known for its distinctive appearance and migratory habits. It is the ancestor of domesticated geese and has been present in the UK for centuries. Grey Lag Geese primarily feed on grasses, grains, and aquatic vegetation, which they graze on in fields, […]
Canada Goose (Branta Canadensis)
The Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) is a familiar sight in the UK, known for its distinctive black head and neck, white cheek patches, and brownish-grey body. Despite its name, it is not native to the UK but has been introduced and established breeding populations. Canada Geese are primarily herbivorous, feeding on a variety of grasses, […]
Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus)
The roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) is a small and graceful species of deer native to Europe and parts of Asia. Known for its elegant appearance, it has a reddish-brown coat in the summer that changes to a gray-brown shade in winter. Roe deer are relatively small compared to other deer species, with a shoulder height […]