Waterfowl
Kent is an internationally important coastline for breeding and visiting waterfowl birds. Learn more about these species and identify them using our guide.
Topics: Species
Seabirds
Learn to identify a plethora of Kent seabird species. From cormorants to herring gulls, we have your coastal bird watching covered.
Grebes and Divers
Looking for species of grebes and divers that live in Kent? Check out our amazing species pages to learn the facts about these amazing water birds.
Scarlet tiger moth
This beautiful moth is often found resting on leaves, though it does also fly during the day.
Lesser weever fish
One of the only venomous fish to be found in British waters, the lesser weever fish is certainly one to watch out for!
Common crane
As the UK’s tallest bird the common crane is instantly recognisable with the ruffle of tail feathers and very long legs. Their bugling call is also very distinctive.
Flower crab spider
The flower crab spider is one of 27 species of crab spider. The flower crab spider can alter the colour of its body to match its surroundings and to hide from prey. It is not as common as other types of crab spider.
Waxwing
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.
Zebra spider
As its name suggests, the zebra spider has the familiar black-and-white stripes of a zebra, making it very distinctive. It can be found stalking its prey on rocks, trees and walls, particularly in gardens.
Quail
This tiny gamebird is rarely seen, but its distinctive "wet my lips" call can be heard ringing out over areas of farmland on summer evenings.