Wild winter guide

The short-eared owl, or 'Shortie', is an unusual owl because it prefers to be out and about in the daytime. It is most easily…

Perhaps the first sign that spring is just around the corner is the snowdrop poking its way through the frosted soil of a woodland,…

The redwing is a winter visitor, enjoying the feast of seasonal berries the UK's hedgerows, gardens and parks have to offer. Look…

The muntjac deer was introduced into the UK from China in the 20th century. It has gained a stronghold in southeast England, where it…

The waxwing is a colourful winter visitor. It can often be spotted in large flocks in berry-laden bushes in towns, car parks and gardens…

A medium-sized diving duck, the goldeneye can mainly be spotted in winter when birds fly in from Northern Europe. Conservation efforts…