Seasons: January

False widow spiders are often the subject of unflattering headlines, but in reality they're unlikely to bite humans.

This large, fluffy-looking moth is on the wing in July and August, but you might spot a caterpillar at almost any time of year.

A beautiful, tiny fungus, green elf cup can be commonly found on the decomposing wood of deciduous trees in woods, parks and gardens.

The brent goose flies to the UK for the milder winter. Two populations arrive: those with dark bellies can be found around Eastern England; while those with pale bellies can be found in the North East.

This striking duck was introduced to the UK and is now established as a breeding bird in England.

One of the few moths that fly in winter, often seen in car headlights.

This distinctive lark is a passage migrant and winter visitor to the UK, most often found along the east coast of Britain.

As the name suggests, this large shieldbug is often found on gorse bushes.

This shiny beetle is common in wooded areas throughout the UK. As the name suggests, it specialises in hunting snails.

This small finch nests on moorlands and coastal crofts, spending the winter on the coast. The UK population has declined dramatically.