Sam Bryant

Sam loves to learn about animals and their habitats. He has been a nature lover from a very young age, and has been writing papers and articles about wildlife for as long as he can remember.

privet hawk moth caterpillar

Discover 9 Common UK Caterpillars

Have you ever seen a caterpillar in the UK and wondered what species it is? Our list of common British caterpillars can provide insight into these fascinating creatures. From interesting facts to potential threats and predators, learning about these crawling critters will help increase your knowledge of local wildlife. So, without further ado, let’s look

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Purple toadflax (Linaria purpurea) with the beautiful background of green trees on the hills

Purple Toadflax (Linaria Purpurea)

Purple toadflax is a plant in the genus Linaria, which includes about 200 species of herbaceous plants, and is part of the plantain family (Plantaginaceae). Flowering from July to October, this extremely hardy plant is popular among many gardeners around the UK. However, for some, due to its bushy, clump-forming and hardy nature, it can

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Money Spider (Linyphiidae)

Money spiders belong to the second largest family of spiders, the Linyphiidae, which consists of approximately 4706 species worldwide. With over 280 different species of money spider, they are one of the most common spiders found in the UK. Also known as sheet weavers in many parts of the world, these tiny little creatures are

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Crab spider on green leaf

Crab Spider (Thomisidae)

The name crab spider is loosely used for up to 2100 species of similar-looking spiders in the family Thomisidae. The crab spider has many common names, such as flower spiders, flower crab spiders, and shield crab spider. How To Identify a Crab Spider Crab spiders are known for their crab-like appearance and how they run

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Arum maculatum with red berries, a poisonous woodland plant

Cuckoo Pint (Arum Maculatum)

The cuckoo pint plant (Arum maculatum) is a colourful, sometimes bizarre-looking flower that has spurred the imaginations of gardeners, naturalists and children for centuries. Native to Europe and North Africa, this perennial of the Araceae family (of nearly 1000 species) can be a nuisance due to its poison and self-pollinating nature. The cuckoo pint has

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