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Mullein

You're more likely to see the attractive, brightly coloured caterpillars than the mullein moth itself.

Swollen-thighed beetle

This metallic green beetle can be seen visiting flowers on sunny days in spring and summer.

Scarlet tiger moth

Scarlet tiger moth

This beautiful moth is often found resting on leaves, though it does also fly during the day.

Rosemary beetle

This beautiful beetle only arrived in the UK in 1960s but is now a common sight on garden herbs.

Large heath

This bog-loving butterfly is mostly found in the north of the UK, where it takes to the wing in summer.

Argent & sable

This striking black-and-white moth flies during the day in open woodlands, moorlands, and bogs. It's most common on Scottish moors.

Wood white

This dainty white butterfly is now only found in a few parts of Britain, where it flutters slowly through woodland clearings.

Tree pipit

This streaky brown bird is a summer visitor to Britain, favouring open woodlands in the north and west.

Downy emerald

This dazzling dragonfly can be seen darting above tree-lined ponds in certain parts of Britain.