Wildlife In Focus

Welcome to Wildlife in Focus, a curated collection of articles dedicated to the diverse and captivating wildlife of the UK and beyond. This section of In Focus offers in-depth insights into the lives of various species, from elusive mammals to vibrant birds and fascinating marine life.

Each article combines detailed observations with stunning photography, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of animal behaviors, habitats, and conservation statuses. Whether you’re interested in the playful antics of otters, the majestic flight of birds of prey, or the mysterious depths inhabited by sharks, there’s something here to pique your curiosity.

Northern Lapwing Species Guide

Northern Lapwing: Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus)Family: Charadriidae The Northern Lapwing often called the lapwing or “peewit,” is a striking, crested ...

Great Bittern Species Guide

Eurasian Bittern – Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Eurasian Bittern (Botaurus stellaris)Family: Ardeidae The Eurasian Bittern, also known as the Great Bittern, is a large, secretive ...

Western Marsh Harrier Species Guide

Western Marsh Harrier: Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Western Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus)Family: Accipitridae The Western Marsh Harrier is a large, long-winged raptor inhabiting reedbeds, marshes, ...

Harrier Identification Guide

How to Identify All Four European Harriers | Marsh, Hen, Montagu’s & Pallid

David Coultham

In this detailed identification guide, we explore all four European harrier species. The Marsh Harrier, Hen Harrier, Montagu’s Harrier, and ...

Bearded Reedling

Bearded Reedling Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Bearded Reedling (Panurus biarmicus)Family: Panuridae The Bearded Reedling, often called the Bearded Tit (Panurus biarmicus), is a small, ...

Little Owl Species Guide

Little Owl Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Little Owl (Athene noctua)Family: Strigidae The Little Owl (Athene noctua) is a small, stocky owl native to much ...

Common Kestrel Species Guide

Common Kestrel Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus)Family: Falconidae The Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus), also known as the European, Eurasian, or Old ...

Merlin vs Falcon

How to tell a Kestrel from a Merlin – a field guide for bird enthusiasts

David Coultham

In this guide we learn how to tell a Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus) vs Merlin (Falco columbarius) Quick answer first: Kestrels ...

Mistle Thrush

Mistle Thrush Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Mistle Thrush (Turdus viscivorus)Family: Turdidae The Mistle Thrush is a large, long-winged member of the thrush family (Turdidae) ...

Bald Eagle Species Guide

Bald Eagle Species Guide

David Coultham

Species Guide: Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)Family: Accipitridae The Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is a large North American raptor renowned as ...

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