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Cotoneaster was introduced to the UK in 1879 from Eastern Asia as an ornamental plant. It is now an invasive non-native species which is taking over valuable habitats including limestone grasslands.

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

Europe's largest frog is not naturally found in the UK, but was introduced to Kent and has spread throughout the southeast.

Considered Britain's most threatened butterfly, the high brown fritillary can be only be found in a few areas of England and Wales.

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.

This glossy wading bird is a scarce visitor to the UK, though records have become more common in recent decades.

The large, fluffy caterpillars of this moth are often seen in summer and early spring.

A small fish found on rocky shores in the south and west of Britain.

This large shieldbug lives up to its name, bristling with long pale hairs. It's a common sight in parks, hedgerows and woodland edges in much of the UK.

This large, fluffy-legged moth is often attracted to lights in May and June.

A common moth across most of the UK. The large, hairy caterpillars are often seen in late summer.

The caterpillars of this fluffy white moth are best admired from a distance, as their hairs can irritate the skin.