Species

Spiders in Kent

What are some of the most common and lovable spiders in Kent? Get rid of your arachnophobia by learning about these amazing creatures and how to ID them in our handy species guides.

Probably some of the most alluring marine creatures, jellyfish can be found in our Kent coastline and sometimes even washed up on our shores. Learn about them and how to identify them using our guides.

Fish in Kent

Discover some of our fish species including sharks, rays and skates. Life under our oceans is magical so take the time to discover the species in Kent and learn about them through our guides.

Minster Marshes, its bird life, and the impacts of Sea Link

In episode 8 of Talk on the Wild Side, Rob Smith interviews George Cooper - a Thanet local with a passion for wildlife, who has been heavily involved in bird recording and ringing at Minster Marshes for many years. They talk about why Minster Marshes is so important for bird-life, the damage National Grid's Sea Link project will do to the area, and why he started the Save Minster Marshes campaign.

Fungi in Kent

Explore the magical world of fungi in Kent by discovering some of the most common fungi you will see and learning how to identify them.

Finches and buntings

Finches and buntings are seed-eaters though buntings generally feed from the ground while finches tend to feed in trees and shrubs. Learn more about them and how to identify them in our species guides.

Crows and shrikes

Corvids and shrikes are a popular bird in Kent but it can be hard to identify individual species. Take a look at our species guides to learn more about them.